Pancreatitis Symptoms
- Chronic Pancreatitis
- What Is It? & Symptoms
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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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