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Conflicting test results for pancreatitis symptoms
Pancreatic Disorders | Last Active: Jan 18 5:10pm | Replies (7)Comment receiving replies
@hopeful33250
Didn't know there was one. I assumed being sent to a gastroenterologist was the appropriate referral. I sent my primary care Dr. a message requesting guidance as to what I need to do next. No symptoms so that's a good thing. I rechecked the dates I received tests and the MRCP was in September so going from no issues found to the CT in November, 3 months later has me confused.
Thanks for your advice. I'll start my own search since my insurance allows me to self-refer.
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@ernessch
I was told EUS is the best test but I did the MRCP first because I don’t like doing invasive tests just for monitoring. The gastroenterologist I’m seeing for this specializes in the pancreas. Look for a major health center like Mayo, teaching hospitals or cancer centers that have pancreatic cancer programs. You want someone who does a lot of EUS procedures not only for safety but to be skilled at EUS biopsies in case they find something to biopsy. Experience matters. Even if this is benign or not really even a cyst, you need a team that will figure out why you keep having pancreatitis. It sounds like you’ve had a rough year with that. Please keep us posted.