Overview
Many pseudocysts go away on their own. Large or symptomatic ones may need drainage.
Symptoms
- Upper abdominal pain
- Bloating
- Nausea and vomiting
- Feeling full quickly
- A lump in the upper abdomen
Causes and risk factors
They usually follow acute or chronic pancreatitis, often caused by gallstones or alcohol, or injury to the abdomen.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis uses CT, MRI or endoscopic ultrasound.
Treatment
Treatment may be monitoring or drainage through an endoscope, a needle or surgery.
When to see a doctor
See a doctor for ongoing abdominal pain after pancreatitis. Seek emergency care for severe pain, fever or vomiting blood.
This information is for general education and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. For a medical emergency, call +92-51-8446666 or go to the nearest emergency department.
