Chronic Pancreatitis
- Chronic Pancreatitis
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
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What Is It?
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, the large gland located behind the stomach and next to the gallbladder. Chronic pancreatitis is long-term (chronic) inflammation of the pancreas that leads to permanent damage.
The main functions of the pancreas are to produce digestive enzymes and hormones, such as insulin and glucagon that regulate blood sugar levels. Damage to the pancreas can cause problems with digestion, absorption of nutrients, and production of insulin. As...
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Chronic pancreatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Chronic pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas that does not heal or improve, gets worse over time, and leads to permanent damage.Causes,... Read more »
Diagnosis of Chronic Pancreatitis
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Chronic Pancreatitis
Signs and Symptoms of Chronic PancreatitisThere are several characteristic signs and symptoms related to chronic pancreatitis (CP) which include:... Read more »
Questions to Ask Your Health Care Provider about Chronic Pancr...
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Chronic Pancreatitis
What tests lead to the diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis? Can you identify the cause of my chronic pancreatitis? What is the difference between acute... Read more »
Psychosocial Considerations for Chronic Pancreatitis
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Chronic Pancreatitis
Although activities of daily life and overall quality of life are affected for most patients with chronic pancreatitis (CP), studies have shown that... Read more »
New Developments in Chronic Pancreatitis
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Chronic Pancreatitis
Investigation continues into the genetic mutations that are present with different types of pancreatitis and what factors determine whether a person... Read more »
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