K87: Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere
K87.1: Disorders of pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere
The pancreas is located in the upper abdomen. It regulates the sugar content in the blood and forms substances for digestion, for example.
The cause of the inflammation is another disease.
If the pancreas is inflamed, this can cause various symptoms. It is also possible for instance that you will have pain in your upper abdomen. Sometimes you may feel nauseated or feel like you have to vomit.
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