Pancreatitis Support Group
Chronic pancreatitis can present as episodes of acute inflammation in a previously injured pancreas, or as chronic damage with persistent pain or malabsorption. Patients with chronic pancreatitis can present with persistent abdominal pain or steatorrhea, as well as severe nausea. Some patients with chronic pancreatitis often look very sick, while others don't appear to be...
Hey Everyone,
I seem to see a common thread here that people loose weight, then the doc puts them on Enzymes, which doesn't necessarily make the pain go away, but stops them from loosing weight. My doc is still teetering on the CP diagnosis and will not put me on enzymes so I've bought some OTC. Although OTC they are good enzymes and powerful. I've been taking them and still loosing weight although my calories are up where they should be. It is possible that I don't even need them but giving them a try. Anyone else in the same boat?
Cory
I seem to see a common thread here that people loose weight, then the doc puts them on Enzymes, which doesn't necessarily make the pain go away, but stops them from loosing weight. My doc is still teetering on the CP diagnosis and will not put me on enzymes so I've bought some OTC. Although OTC they are good enzymes and powerful. I've been taking them and still loosing weight although my calories are up where they should be. It is possible that I don't even need them but giving them a try. Anyone else in the same boat?
Cory
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Yes, I am down about 20 pounds.... went from 120 to 100.... from enzyem meds.... I think just a no good pancreas makes us lose weight. I hope you dont feel alone.. Its happening to me as well. Take care
gliderlove
I am on enzymes for a pancreatic insufficiency. They don't directly help you to gain weight. Enzyme therapy is supposed to alleviate the symptoms caused by the inability to absorb food. Some people will gain weight back by absorbing food better, but not always. Or weight gain after enzymes could likely be due to a reduction in symptoms making it easier to get enough calories. I regularly struggle to maintain a healthy weight, but am not in pain like I would be if I missed a dose of my enzymes. Also, over the counter enzymes are far from the equivalent of prescription. There's no way I could function on enzymes purchased at the store. Hope that somehow helps answer your questions.
yeuker
Thats just what I needed to know. Thanks Glider.
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