Symptoms Signs and symptoms of pancreatitis may vary, depending on which type you experience. Acute pancreatitis signs and symptoms include: Upper abdominal pain Abdominal pain that radiates to your back Tenderness when touching the abdomen Fever Rapid pulse Nausea Vomiting Chronic pancreatitis signs and symptoms include: Upper abdominal pain Abdominal pain that feels worse after eating Losing weight without trying Oily, smelly stools (steatorrhea)