For those of you who had drug-induced pancreatitis

catpower

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Posted 2/25/2009 8:06 PM (GMT 0)

What were the symptoms? I just started Imuran and my GI said this was a big concern, but he didn't tell me what to look out for. Can he tell if I have this just by monitoring my blood? Thanks.

Post Edited By Moderator (Ides) : 2/25/2009 3:50:28 PM (GMT-7)

Ides

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Posted 2/25/2009 10:53 PM (GMT 0)

catpower - I fixed your subject heading. I think the autofix feature that screens for forbidden words, picked up a misspell and converted it to astericks.

To your question - drug-induced pancreatitis can occur in those taking Imuran, but the percentage is small. To see the symptoms of pancreatitis, go here: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/pancreatitis/DS00371/DSECTION=symptoms

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