Just spotted your post. There is a Pancreatitis Supporters Network forum here in the UK, if you'd like to google it. It has a wealth of information on both acute and chronic panc. and related disorders, and very helpful members to whom you might introduce your query. Do hope this is of use. Best wishes to you.
I cannot speculate nor give a probability without evaluating you or your personal records.
There are several tests can you can consider to further evaluate the pancreas. An MRCP can be considered to non-invasively image the biliary and pancreatic ducts.
You can also obtain detailed imaging of the pancreas with an MRI or endoscopic ultrasound.
If the duct continues to spasm, one option would be an injection of Botulinum toxin, which has been used in some small studies.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician or GI consultant.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patients education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
www.kevinmd.com
V. pleased my comment helped. Hope you will have no trouble locating the website. For general discussion, click on Community, where it is divided into General Support and General Chat. Forgot to mention that there are a number of members from the US also.
Hope pain not too tough today.
With best wishes to you.
Thank you for taking the time to let me know about the support group. I will definitely be in touch.
Kindest regards,
Thank you for your comments. You have mentioned several tests that I have not had for which I am grateful. This has a painful and frustrating experience because I do not want to take pain medication other then asprin because of the danger of addiction.
My understanding is that chronic pancreatitis is very difficult to diagnose because there is no test that will diagnose it. Is this accurate?
I do appreciate your prompt reply and look forward to your answer to this question. What I really want to know is do the tests you mentioned diagnose chronic pancreatitis with certainty? I have been through so many tests that I don't want to have more unless they are definitive. Thanks again,
Nancy