Can a doctor feel your pancreas?

Updated date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 - 19:43
A doctor will ask you about your symptoms and may feel your tummy – it will be very tender if you have acute pancreatitis. They'll also do a blood test, and sometimes a CT scan, to help confirm the diagnosis. At first, it can be difficult to tell whether your acute pancreatitis is mild or severe.

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