Hello. I have been suffering from an ever worsening condition of chronic pancreatitis. The very first time I had any problem whatsoever with pancreatitis was 9 years ago starting with repeated bouts of acute pancreatitis, mostly due to an inherited condition as well as a extreme persistant high level of triglycerides. I am now at present in constant severe chronic pain and have been unable to work because of it. Since August of 2008 I have been collecting Social Security disability benefits. Needless to say, the progression of my disease and constant worsening of my pain has had disasterous effects on my personal life. After being married for 19 years, I now find myself divorced for the past 3 months after being seperated for 6 months prior. I woud just like to talk to others that have similiar circumstances as I do. Feel free to reply with anything.

Thanks for the reply. First let me say that pancreatic pain is considered to be some of the worst to suffer from. Especially pain associated with acute pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer. When you suffer from acute pancreatitis, your pancreatic enzymes, namely your Amylase and lipase, are elevated and what basically happens is your pancreas starts to digest itself. If that is any indication as to the severity of the pain. After repeated bouts of acute pancreatitis, your pancreas becomes damaged and thus a chronic, constant severe pain presents itself. My pain never goes away, I can lessen the severity with narotic pain medication, but never get rid of it. It has become very depressing also. 

Sometimes having someone to talk to who can identify with my situation helps me feel better. There are many aspects of my illness that tend to cause depression also. I will not get inro them right now, but would like to chat with someone like yourself sometime in the near future. Thank you very much for your reply and words of encouragement. God Bless you.