PANCREATITIS - Inflammation of the pancreas. A large number of conditions may cause pancreatitis. Examples include: pancreatic trauma, pancreatic cancer, severe congestive heart failure, viral infection (mumps), alcohol-related, gallstones, metabolic factors (high blood triglycerides, high blood calcium level), and secondary to some drugs. Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and severe, central abdominal pain.