Causes of Pancreatitis

Acute and chronic pancreatitis has different causes. The most common causes for acute pancreatitis include:

•    Gallstones
•    Abdominal trauma
•    Infections
•    Medications
•    Tumors
•    Genetic abnormalities of the pancreas

The most common causes of chronic pancreatitis include:

•    Prolonged and heavy use of alcohol
•    Hereditary disorder of the pancreas
•    Cystic fibrosis
•    Hypercalcemia
•    High levels of blood fat
•    Certain medications
•    Certain autoimmune conditions
•    Some unknown causes