Pancreatic diseases are often difficult to diagnose and treat. Acute inflammation (pancreatitis) occurs due to excess alcohol intake or due to stones in the gallbladder that migrate to the bile duct and block the pancreatic duct. Several drugs and toxins also cause acute pancreatitis.

Chronic pancreatitis on the other hand causes repeated episodes of pain and can lead to formation of stones within the pancreas. Patients with chronic pancreatitis may go on to develop diabetes and fat malabsorption.

Cancers and neuroendocrine tumors can also develop in the pancreas and these require detailed investigations and a multidisciplinary approach to management. I work with a team of experienced gastroenterologists, advanced endoscopists, radiologists and pancreatic surgeons and can offer a comprehensive opinion of pancreatic disorders and pancreatic tumors.