Avoid alcohol, that may have caused this for you, Change your diet, don't consume more that 60 grams of fat per day! Take your meds, and avoide enriched withe flour, sugar and pasta! Trust me. This pasta sets me off and in the hospital about 15 hours later.

Yeah avoiding alcohol and high fat foods (I was told no more than 40 grams of fat but that may be just my case) is the biggest thing. Each person has a different experience with CP. I have had it now for almost a year and depending on how bad you got it it can be a tough road. I avoid lifting after an attack as it seems to trigger that lovely pain across the abdomen. I know it is hard but if you are feeling tired you may need to slow down in your daily activities until you have more strength. Also the tired could come from not getting enough of the enzymes to process the nutrients and so on so make sure you take you viokase with your food.
The key thing to remember is that a lot of people who feel better end up not posting here so don't get to worried seeing a lot of long term cases here or seeing less than positive results in forums. I think most of us end up getting better as long as we listen to our doctors. Did they tell you why you have chronic pancreatitis? Maybe seek a specialist or a surgeon who may know more about these things are get an opinion from them in the future if things do not clear up.

So far nobody has told me how much fat I should take in. But, now that I know this I will definatly try to be more attentive.

What does Chronic Pancreatitis actually feel like? Is it a constant burning gnawing sensation? I have this particular pain in the upper left quadrant but like an inch (above and to the left) from my belly button. I have had nearly every single test done.

I am so sorry to hear that you have received this diagnosis! I am 26 years old and was just diagnosed a few months ago. It is hard being young to swallow this news...it is also hard being older too, though. There are a lot of wonderful people here who answered tons of questions for me. Don't be afraid to ask! I learned more here than anywhere. Did the doctor tell you the cause of your CP?

The biggest thing that you have to look forward to is your awesome new, super healthy diet! If you haven't seen a dietician, it may help. There are a LOT of changes you will have to make with your diet from here on out...and they really help! Some things that work well or are problems for some people are not for others. Fat, as it has been said, is the biggest problem. I have been put on a diet of less than 20g a day. When I was going through the acute stages, I couldn't have more than 10. There are some great resources to track what you are eating without much effort (I use fatsecret.com, and they have apps for smart phones too which link up and make it easy!). You will identify problem foods for you. The big one for me is dairy...a lot of people go vegetarian. Check labels on EVERYTHING! The most random foods have a lot more fat than you have realized. Alcohol, of course, is a huge thing to avoid completely, even when you feel well.

If you don't already love fruits and veggies, now is the time to start! They are your best friend (once you get to eat something besides liquids...). Oh, and let me tell you how much I love popsicles! (they are the best solid liquid ever!)

The good news: (for me at least)
Now that my acute symptoms have calmed down, I am actually able to eat again. It did take a few months of trial and error with foods and meds and such. I am finally experiencing NO pain, NO nausea (if you can imagine that!!), and I am finally starting to sleep, which is helping the fatigue a little. Try to stay as positive as you can...I know that for me, I have been very overwhelmed. I am starting to get a little help with that though, and I'm starting to physically feel better again, which, in turn, is helping me feel happier.

Anyway, that is my super long post for the day. There will be a time where you feel better...and unfortunately, there will be a time where it gets much worse. If you have any questions, ask! Take care =)

Yeah I was diagnosed with pancreatits in 2000 when I was twenty...I thought I ws the yougest one...11 years later and many attacks since then, Now i have chronic pancreatitis...Feeling nausous and weak all the time...Had so many test done over the years, yeah i'm worried about scarring . Just had a pancreatic funtion test at brigham hospital( thay have pancreas specialists!) My number was 74...75 is like real bad , doc said gotta start looking out for pancreatic cancer now...My fiance and i want kids...This year i had 2 misscarriages and pancreas got inflamed both time! I'm just trying to live a normal life...31 now and still were too young for this! Haven't touched alcohol in years and changed my diet...Still get sick , sometimes i will throw up everyday for like a week or two, then be fine for a monthe, except nausea and fatige...where do we go from here? no cure no prevention...Live your life smart ..."Life is not about how many breaths you take, but the moments that take your breath away"!

I'm thinkin that it's sort of trial and error (I'm new to this sadly) I have been told that low fat, high nutrient, smaller meals are essential. Avoidance of alcohol of course. My surgeon recommended no dairy which I think that someone already said. Good luck to you - be well.

I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I was diagnosed two years ago at about 24. I know it is overwhelming to deal with so young. (Really, at any age it is.) One of the best thing I did was to find a doctor I trust and who listens. After that, as every question you can think of. Take someone with you who can help go over all the information. You don't mention why they think this happened. Depending on why, there may be more thing that can be done for you.

I eat less then 40 grams of fat a day and try to limit stress. I've had several ERCPs to open up my ducts. I felt great for awhile but currently am having a good deal of pain, but that happens. I take Percocet when I need to.

I think the most difficult thing is to understand you won't feel better overnight. It takes time, so don't let it get you down. Try to stay positive and follow the instructions your doctor gives you.

Feel better!!!!