Being admitted for more tests...suggestions?-Adam

[Guest guest]

I have Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction and CP. The ERCP is the only

test that can definitely tell if you have sphincter dysfunction or

not. Be aware though, the manometry (measuring of pressure in the

ducts) can set off an acute attack of pancreatitis. It always has

for me anyway. Also if you decide to have an ERCP, make sure that

they test both the bile duct pressure and the pancreatic duct

pressure. My first sphincterotomy (cut) they only checked the bile

duct. 5 months later the SOD symptoms returned and I then found out

that the pressure in my panc duct is very high too. You might also

want to ask about testing for Celiac Disease. Since you are

concerned about auto-immune diseases. Celiac can mimic chronic

pancreatitis. Unfortunately I also have Celiac too. Hope this

helps.

Kris in TN