DISABILITY AND CHRONIC PANCREATITIS - BENEFITS AND FILING

Pancreatitis can take the form of acute inflammation of the pancreas or chronic damage to the pancreas. Chronic damage of the pancreas will result in abdominal pain and malabsorbtion problems. Pancreatitis is sometimes associated with excessive alcohol consumption. However, it is important to note that about 25% of pancreatitis cases are due to unknown causes. The treatment of pancreatitis usually includes medications to relieve pain.