| If I have pancreatitis, am I at risk of developing diabetes? |
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Chronic pancreatitis can damage the insulin-producing cells of the pancreas, diabetes may develop. If you have a family history of diabetes, you may be more likely to develop the disease. If this happens, you will need insulin or other medicines to keep blood glucose at normal levels. |
Important: This information should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your physician.