related to Sphinter of Oddi

I have had Interstitial cystitis for 10 years. To manage the pain symptoms I have used seveal medications. Three years ago I developed upper GI pain. I stopped using the trans dermal patch and the Elmironb but nothing helped. The pain became a constant after every mealand lasted until I fell asleep. In the morning I would have apear and some Malt o Meal and the pain would would start again. After several tests my Doctor recommended removing my gallbladder.It took 6 months for me to get back to normal. Now , one year later, I am worse. Endoscope shows nothing and I am eating strained baby food and taking pain killers. My Doctor said I was lucky I don't have cancer. A year ago I said no to the ERCP test because my pancreatic duct is wider than normal and the Doctor said I would have a 30-50% chance of coming down with acute pancreatitis. I am now wondering if it is worth the risk? I would appreciate any advice.

[CalGal]

Talk to your doc about the use of stenting following an ERCP. It will reduce, but not eliminate, the possibility of pancreatitis.