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Overview
Acute pancreatitis (AP) is when the pancreas becomes inflamed. It occurs suddenly and causes pain in the upper abdominal area. The pain can also occur in your back.
It can also develop into chronic pancreatitis if it happens regularly.
Key Facts
Acute pancreatitis can be caused by…