Hi Kay,
Actually, pancreatic insufficiency and even pancreatitits have been reported by quite a few members (whose doctors ordered the corresponding tests), so it seems pretty clear to me that pancreas issues are associated with MC. IOW, the same inflammation problem that affects the intestines (and results in a diagnosis of MC), in many cases also affects the stomach, esophagus, mouth, gallbladder, etc., and also often results in altered pancreatic function. We have found that, like Crohn's disease, MC can affect any part of the digestive system, and even certain organs outside of the digestive system (such as the skin).
The CAT scan is relatively safe (except for the fact that it is another dose of radiation), but at least one of the tests for pancreatic function is highly invasive and somewhat risky, so please don't let your doctor talk you into something that you might later regret, because to date, to the best of my knowledge, every member here who has been able to successfully control their MC symptoms, have also eliminated their pancreas issues, in the process. That affirms that there is a definite connection.
The reason why I mentioned the radiation issue is because most people are not aware that those scans involve approximately 100 to 500 times the radiation dosage associated with an ordinary X-ray
Medical Radiation Soars, With Risks Often Overlooked
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