“What causes pancreatitis in a child?”

There are several causes in children. Number one, abdominal trauma usually bicycles. Second, due to biliary problems including gallbladder stones, pancreas divisium, anatomical variations. Less likely includes infections, metabolic causes, medications, and systemic causes. Initially must be diagnosed by Ped Gastroenterologist, but if recurrence happens, a ped surgeon must be involved in treatment.