is inflammation of the
Pancreas .
The most common causes of pancreatitis are
Gallstone s and frequent and excessive consumption of
Alcohol (80% of cases), and less common causes are drugs or medication. The onset of pain in the abdomen region usually occurs within a day of binge drinking or eating a large meal. Sufferers often feel better in 2 to 3 days if they abstain from food and liquids.
There are two forms of pancreatitis, which are different in causes and symptoms, and require different treatment:
