pancreatitis

American

[pan-kree-uh-tahy-tis, pang-] / ˌpæn kri əˈtaɪ tɪs, ˌpæŋ- /

noun

Pathology.

inflammation of the pancreas.

pancreatitis British

/ ˌpæŋkrɪəˈtaɪtɪs /

noun

inflammation of the pancreas

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Etymology

Origin of pancreatitis

From New Latin, dating back to 1835–45; pancreat-, -itis

Example Sentences

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An important advantage of the test is its ability to differentiate pancreatic cancer from other non-cancerous pancreatic conditions, including pancreatitis.

From Science Daily

Side-effects can include nausea, vomiting and digestive problems; rarer complications include gallstones or pancreatitis.

From BBC

The data also showed there were six reported cases of acute pancreatitis over the two-year period - three suspected to have been a reaction to Mounjaro, one to Ozempic and two to unspecified brands.

From BBC

She was told she would have to have her gallbladder removed, but before she could have the operation, her gallstones caused pancreatitis – an inflammatory disease that can be fatal.

From BBC

Most people with acute pancreatitis start to feel better within about a week and have no further problems.

From BBC

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