K85.3: Drug-induced acute pancreatitis
Drug-induced acute pancreatitis is a medical condition where the pancreas, an organ located in the upper abdomen that helps in digestion and regulating glucose, becomes suddenly inflamed due to the use of certain drugs. This condition can range from mild discomfort to a severe, life-threatening illness. It typically happens when the digestive enzymes produced by the pancreas begin to damage it, causing inflammation and swelling. The inflammation due to this condition usually happens quickly, thus its classification as "acute". Drugs, such as certain antibiotics, HIV drugs, and some medications used for treating high blood pressure or diabetes can cause this condition. The common symptoms may include abdominal pain, which often radiates to the back, nausea, vomiting, rapid pulse, and fever. Severity and progression of the disease can vary greatly among individuals.
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