Can pancreatitis be cured?
Disease description:
My husband suddenly experienced abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting recently. After visiting the hospital, he was diagnosed with pancreatitis. We are very concerned and would like to ask whether pancreatitis can be cured. He has a busy job and often stays up late, socializes, and drinks alcohol. Could this illness potentially result in long-term complications?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Gao Jun
Under normal circumstances, pancreatitis is a common digestive system disease. Acute pancreatitis can usually be cured; however, if it is chronic pancreatitis, complete recovery may be difficult. After being diagnosed with pancreatitis, patients should actively cooperate with their doctor's treatment plan and receive timely treatment to prevent worsening of the condition. Detailed analysis is as follows:
From the perspective of disease progression, pancreatitis is divided into acute and chronic types. Acute pancreatitis is commonly triggered by gallstones, excessive alcohol consumption, or overeating, and presents with sudden severe upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms. If medical attention is sought promptly, and obstruction is relieved and pancreatic enzyme secretion inhibited, most patients can recover within 1–2 weeks.
Chronic pancreatitis is often caused by repeated episodes of acute pancreatitis or long-term heavy alcohol consumption. It has a long treatment course and frequently leads to complications such as pancreatic insufficiency, making complete cure difficult.
In terms of daily care, strict abstinence from alcohol is essential, along with avoiding greasy and spicy foods. A low-fat, high-protein diet and regular meal times are recommended. At the same time, patients should ensure adequate sleep, avoid excessive fatigue, and undergo regular follow-up tests such as serum amylase levels and abdominal CT scans to monitor pancreatic function recovery.
