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Pancreatic Cyst: Diagnosis and Treatment

Pancreatic Cyst
  • A pancreatic cyst is an abnormal sac-like growth that resides on or inside the pancreas. Where is the pancreas you ask? It’s located deep in the abdomen in between the stomach and the spine
  • Symptoms of pancreas problems include pancreas enzymes prematurely digesting some of the pancreas itself, an inflamed pancreas that causes severe abdominal pain, and persistent abdominal and back pain
  • Having a pancreatic cyst does not always mean there will be symptoms. Some people have a pancreatic cyst or a psuedocyst and experience no problems
  • Pancreatic cysts can become infected and may be cancerous so see a doctor if persistent abdominal pain and fever persist
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