Inflammation and fibrosis cause the destruction of functioning glandular tissue in the pancreas. This results in an inability to properly digest fat caused by a lack of pancreatic enzymes. The production of insulin is also affected. Attacks may become more frequent as the condition progresses. The incidence is 2 out of 10,000 people.
Alcoholism is a risk factor.
Chronic pancreatitis occurs more frequently in men. Pancreatic cancer can cause symptoms and signs similar to chronic pancreatitis. Chronic pancreatitis Please read this Important notice . Please read it.