Pancreatitis/ pancreatic cancer

Hi , I just wondered if it was possible to have either of these  without  tummy pain, I have had ultrasound and CT and my pancreas has looked normal with no issues .

the mid back pain  is pretty constant though , wondered if a tumour could get missed on a CT scan .

 

 

  • You obviously know I'm not a doctor or health care pro...

    In my case I had an ultrasound scan, then an MRI, & finally a CT scan. ALL of which proved inconclusive. 

    I then had to have a camera down into my stomach before getting a cancer diagnosis. 

    The difference is though, my pancreas didn't look normal from the previous tests. 

    I know you still have pain, & clearly want to know what's behind it. I totally get it. I hope you get some answers & v soon. 

    Again, just sharing my own experience. It DOESN'T mean you have anything to worry about per se. 

    I wish you good health and inner peace. :)

  • Thanks so much , hope you're doing well , the doctor doesnt seem remotely worried about my pancreas as it looks fine , I think I'm my own worst enemy by constantly looking at Dr Google .

    He thinks it's gallbladder related or crohns , I've got a few tests and scans coming up in the next couple of weeks ,  I really hope it's not crohns or cancer obviously ‍♂️but I just want a diagnosis.

  • HI

    Sounds like you've got the results every single person on this site wants, but not all get.

    If all your tests are fine and your Dr is happy I think it's safe to say you can stop worryingabout the worst.

    CT scans show the smallest of things so I doubt it could miss something serious.

    Enjoy the results and stop worrying.

  • Ironically the doc thought mine was gall bladder related initially, so it's the opposite of you. The pain was next level though! 

    As for me, I had major surgery & had my first-anniversary last month. I'm still here to tell the tale! 

    If it is your gall bladder it's often key hole surgery these days & you can often be out the next day.

    Dr Google can be depressing & worrying. If I listen to that I aint got a long life expectancy. I'm making my own prognosis now. I like my version better. Wish me luck! ;) 

  • Thanks for the reply,  fingers crossed for you, sounds like you've got a great mindset !