- Female
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've been dealing with pancreas pain for the last six months and now my doctor says I need critical surgery They found multiple stone clouds in my pancreatic duct with the biggest one at 1.2 cm What does this mean for me and what are my options
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Multiple stones in pancreatic duct can block enzymes—ERCP or surgery like Puestow procedure may be needed; early treatment prevents pancreatitis flare.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 14/08/2025
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