Pancreatitis
“Intense abdominal pain can radiate up to the chest,” says Dr. Arain. “And the pain from pancreatitis is usually a deep-seated, intense pain.” Oftentimes, pancreatitis occurs when gallstones (usually made of hardened cholesterol) trigger inflammation in the pancreas—something that’s more likely to occur in women than men. If you think you have pancreatitis, you should get medical attention right away.
