What Can I Do About Unexplained Weight Loss and Ongoing Gut Upset?

Feeling Unwell with Gut Issues That Won’t Go Away?

It’s worrying to experience unplanned weight loss, persistent diarrhoea, or foul-smelling stools, especially when there’s no clear explanation. Many UK patients are unaware these symptoms sometimes point to the pancreas.

What Is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)?

When your pancreas doesn’t make enough enzymes, your digestive system can’t break down and absorb key nutrients. This can lead to glaring symptoms like:

• Unexplained weight loss despite eating normally
• Bulky, frequent, greasy or pale stools
• Feeling full or bloated after small meals
• Vitamin deficiencies and fatigue

“Getting to the root cause of digestive symptoms empowers you to take control of your health.”

What Can You Try at Home?

• Eat little and often: Smaller, regular meals can be easier to digest
• Monitor: Notice if symptoms worsen with fatty or fried foods
• Track: Keep a daily log of symptoms, foods, and weight changes

How Do You Accurately Test for Pancreatic Issues?

The At-Home Pancreatic Elastase Stool Test from Mayfield Clinic helps check whether your pancreas is producing enough of the enzymes essential for healthy digestion. Collected easily at home and analysed in a UK lab, your results guide your next steps.

Why Trust Mayfield?

• Discreet, at-home collection with no need for appointments
• Results within 5 days
• Expert follow-up and advice wherever you are in the UK

Ready to Find Out What’s Happening?

If you’re worried about ongoing digestive issues, don’t leave questions unanswered. Learn about and order your home test kit now, or book an in-person test at Mayfield Clinic for comprehensive support. For more on digestive organ health, check the NHS guide to pancreatitis.