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How is acute pancreatitis treated?

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Treatment of acute pancreatitis involves quickly and sufficiently replacing lost fluids by giving the patient new fluids through a needle inserted in a vein (intravenous or IV fluids). Pain is treated with a variety of medications.

First answer by Gale Ency. of Alt Med. Last edit by Gale Ency. of Alt Med. Contributor trust: 16 [recommend contributor ]. Question popularity: 1 [recommend question].

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