I had a hysterectomy in 2006 due to endometreosis, big and multiple fibroid uterine tumors, intense ultra heavy bleeding and pain. They also took out my right ovary because the poly cystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) had over taken it.

I noticed that the cramps hurt less wen I was taking calcium pills. Much less actually. Ive often wondered if the almost life long pancreatitis caused me to not absrob in enough calcium and other minerals from the food thus contributing to causng the female issues.

she is taking a calcium supplement now with vitamin D. If the Lupron works, then it's hysterectomy time.

Im still waiting for a diagnosis of cp, but pretty sure I have it. I also wanted to chime in and say that when I first got sick, they didn't know what was wrong with me and so treated me empirically with Depo Lupron. I was later diagnosed with endometriosis and stayed on the Lupron for a year (not good stuff to be on by the way), but it stopped the pain and everything. But eventually I got sick again and the Lupron stopped working. I think that I had an attack of pancreatitis but the Dr.'s didn't know what was wrong with me. So now Im waiting for an EUS to see if its pancreatitis. Its very hard to find info online about the connection of Lupron and Pancreatitis. I did however read here about it and on another little blog I have found. I feel so crazy when I talk to the Dr.'s about this, I feel like they don't believe me. Its nice to know that Im not the only one.

I went almost 2 years without a period and then my GYN gave me NuvaRing. BAD BAD BAD idea! It triggered my CP into a full blown attack and did such damage I ended up having to go on disability. So avoid that at least!

I haven't noticed any correlation between my infrequent, short period and CP tho. I've always had abnormal cycles tho.

Good luck -this is a wonderful site. Nibbor

So I have early cp according to my GI doc. All he could tell me was to quit smoking. I am working on that, but need other suggestions for night pain. I bought pancreatin to take with meals and that has helped my appetite and I dont look so jaundice as I did just a week or so ago. But I am still having to take strong pain killers to help with my pain at night and want OFF of them. I tried cymbalta but that did nothing and so I got off of that. Suggestions anyone?

I never menstruated after the age of 27, so I didn't have issues in that dept...Guess I was very lucky...

heartfelt you need to discuss this with your dr cuz you limit the info.....but I would suggest tapering them down....but do it with the help of your dr...I don't know what you are on or what dosage so the info is very limited that you gave us. Hope you are having a better day
Diane

Im taking percocet 10-325, atleast one or more at night. I emailed the doc and she hasn't responded. Trying Acupuncture to see if that will help. Yes, Im sure Im going to have to taper off, Ive been on them a while. Thanks for the responses!

Was there ever any update on this? I have noticed this too. My (male) doctor explained to me the difference of where the pains originated from?? I know there is a connection. I've had pancreatitis since 1999. I had acute until about 2010 when I was diagnosed with chronic acute. Meaning I get the worst, extreme attacks chronically now. I've had maybe 30 attacks, all when I have been on my period. There is a connection. I just want help. I can barely work. I'm 38, I've been through cramps, this is different. I'm vomiting, completely wiped out. I want to figure out how I can have my docs take me seriously.

I had constipation problem for more than 10 years, I hated to go to restroom, every time it came with blood and pain, but nothing came out.

Till I use the natural remedy from http://www.constipation-relief.net.

I don't trust any medcine any more, because they taste bad, and my body became resistance to them, but that website promise money back and no pain, easy to use, don't have to drink or eat, so I tried.

Yes, it work great, hope this can help you too!

I ordered a lot but after I used two times, constipation never came back.

The same thing is happening to me. I got my gallbladder removed 2 years ago and about two months in a row now I have had horrible pain on my upper right quadrant - every symptom makes me think it's pancreatitis. My lipase levels were slightly high and then went back to normal. I am going for a CT scam next week. But every time I have these flare ups - it's right around my period. My brother I law is a gynecologist - I am going to bring this info to his attention - perhaps he can help.

I found this medical article about it!

http://www.medizin.uni-greifswald.de/gastro/Veroeffentlichungen/14.pdf

Ok, I originally posted on this 4 years ago. My wife and I were pretty sure that her attacks had something to do with her Menstrual cycle, or ovulation. She had a hysterectomy before having a pancreasectomy recommended by John Hopkins. My wife had about a year with no attacks after her hysterectomy. Then she started to get attacks, closer and closer. We went to Columbia Presbyterian in NYC, and Dr. Schrope felt it really had to do with her Pancreatic Divisum. So, she underwent the Whipple procedure 2 weeks ago. She had stents placed previously that never helped. One actually had migrated in her pancreas, and was broken during removal 5 years ago. Hopefully this will help my wife but we still both felt that menstruation and ovulation had effects. Dr's say stress can cause attacks, then why can't hormones :)

Epi with "possible chronic pancreatitis "
And a stricture .
Never miss a cycle,
Started getting little heavier cycles I'm 39 now.

Right before cycle starts get a pancreatic flare.
I believe hormones / nutrition ( absorption)can play a role.

Narrowing it down and looking at my personal life also( NON- drinker, non-smoker, no-drugs).
I eat balanced meals. junk food in moderation ( I tried eating perfect it doesn't work)

So I am going to try gummies multi vitamins.- I have tried regular vitamin years ago and stopped because I would feel sick. Like to much of something......
I have been taking dulera and creon( as needed in recent years). They helped some but I can never tolerate a full dose of anything. Have to stop them right before my cycle.

I think over the years I have not absorbed enough nutrients ( I eat enough variety,always been underweight / small my whole life.

Malabsorption may be a problem for other people too.

I was taking birth control pills for about 7 years to regulate my heavy periods up until I had a Severe Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis Attack. My triglycerides were 9,100 when admitted into the hospital. I do not take birth control pills anymore as they raise triglycerides, which was what caused my attack, huge part of why. Same goes for drinking alcohol , raises triglycerides and would no doubt cause an attack. I get very bloated before my periods still and my pancreas will ache. It's nerve wracking..and im sure that I have scar tissue which isn't feeling so nice during those times...so yeah I would definately say there is a correlation. When your period starts your hormones surge so I was reading then drop and level out towards the middle and end. If you ask me, i believe those hormones...raise triglycerides.