10. Fluctuating Blood Pressure
Your pulse and blood pressure are some of the signs a medical professional will check during a pancreatitis diagnosis. The imbalance in electrolytes may cause the pulse and blood pressure to fluctuate. You may also notice blood pressure dropping when you stand or sit. If there are changes in your pulse or blood pressure, it is a sign of an advanced case of pancreatitis.
11. Unexplained Weight Loss
Chronic pancreatitis can cause unexplained weight loss within a relatively short time. Abdominal pain and diarrhea can dispose the nutrients your body needs to be healthy. Damage to the pancreas may reduce your pancreas capacity to regulate sugar. These and other factors can lead to significant weight loss.