Guest guest Posted September 6, 2005 Report Share Posted September 6, 2005 Jodi, You asked if your symptoms sounded like any of ours, and I would have to agree that this is how my CP started. It was occasional in the beginning, then I began to lose weight and noticed problems with off and on diarrhea or constipation and nausea or vomiting after I ate anything high in fat. The symptoms were not continuous, nor all at the same time, so it progressed for over a year before I had my first acute attack, and then all the problems were diagnosed and made sense. My gallbladder still is normal and healthy, so there's never been any discussion to have it taken out. I was dx'd. with CP 4-1/2 years ago, had my pancreas burn out 2-1/2 years ago and am now an insulin dependent diabetic. You may wish to consult more with this GI and ask him what treatment, diet, enzymes and pain medication he suggests that can help you with your problems. Most people with CP follow a strict low-fat, low protein, high carb diet. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask. With love, hope and prayers, Heidi Heidi H. Griffeth hhessgriffeth@... www.pancassociation.org/anthology#Heidi.html SC State & SE Regional Representative Pancreatitis Association, International Note: All comments or advice are based on personal experience or opinion only, and should not be substituted for professional medical consultation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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