In chronic pancreatitis, mild CT may show no abnormality, and in more severe cases, there is enlargement or atrophy of the pancreas, accompanied by dilatation of the pancreatic duct, stones, and calcification of the pancreatic parenchyma.
In the beginning of chronic pancreatitis, the pancreas is slightly enlarged and swollen, but after 3-5 years, the pancreas will atrophy and some of it will be salmon-like changes.
The pancreatic duct is often dilated, and most chronic pancreatitis shows varying degrees of pancreatic duct dilatation on CT, with irregular dilatation or stenosis of the main or branch pancreatic ducts, typically appearing as beaded dilatation.
There may be multiple stone formations in the pancreatic ducts, and the parenchymal portion of the pancreas is also prone to calcification, with scattered hyperdense calcified shadows seen in the pancreas.
If there is any discomfort, it is recommended to go to a regular hospital for examination and treatment.