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The goal of treatment is to: Prevent indigestion; Reduce pain; Reduce stimulation of the pancreas; Treat diabetes (if present. Treatment may involve: Analgesics or surgical nerve block to relieve pain; Eating a low-fat diet; Getting enough vitamins and calcium in the d...[read article]

Tests for Chronic Pancreatitis

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Abdominal ultrasound is an imaging procedure used to examine the internal organs of the abdomen, including the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. Th...  More
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A complete blood count(CBC) test measures the following:.The number of red blood cells(RBCs) The number of white blood cells(WBCs) The total amount of hemoglob...  More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.  More
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It is produced mainly in the pancreas and the glands that make saliva. When the pancreas is diseased or inflamed, amylase releases into the blood.A test can be done...  More
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Lipase is a protein( enzyme) released by the pancreas into the small intestines. It triggers the breakdown of fat into fatty acids.This article discusses the test t...  More
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A blood glucose test measures the amount of sugar(glucose) in a sample of your blood.Random blood sugar; Blood sugar level; Fasting blood sugar.Blood is typically d...  More
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An abdominal CT scan is an imaging method that uses x-rays to create cross-sectional pictures of the belly area. CT stands for computed tomography.  More
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Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP) is a procedure used to identify stones, tumors, or narrowing in the bile ducts. The procedure is done through a...  More
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Trypsinogen moves from the pancreas to the small intestine. However, some diseases can interrupt this process.A test can be done to measure the amount of trypsinoge...  More
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The fecal fat test measures the amount of fat in the stool, and the percentage of dietary fat that is not taken in by the body.Quantitative stool fat determination;...  More
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The secretin stimulation test measures the ability of the pancreas to respond to a hormone called secretin. Secretin is produced by the small intestine when partial...  More
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A biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue for laboratory examination.  More
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A computed tomography(CT) scan is an imaging method that uses x-rays to create cross-sectional pictures of the body.CAT scan; Computed axial tomography scan; Comput...  More
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Endoscopy is a way of looking inside the body using a flexible tube that has a small camera on the end of it. This instrument is called an endoscope.There are many ...  More
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Enzyme markers are tests for specific enzyme activity in the body. Diseases or defects passed down through families can cause enzymes to stop working or to be less...  More
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Ultrasound involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs and systems within the body.An ultrasound machine creates images that allow var...  More
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Endoscopic Retrograde Pancreatography and Biopsy of Pancreas
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The test is performed in a hospital radiology department or in the health care provider''s office by an x-ray technologist.You lie on your back on the x-r...  More
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Serum Immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4) Level Test
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Computed tomography(also known as CT, CT scan, CAT, or computerized axial tomography) scans use x rays to produce precise cross-sectional images of anatomical struc...  More
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Immunoglobulin G (IgG) Serum Test
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This is a blood test that detects the presence of antibodies against smooth muscle.Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of t...  More
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Delta Aminolevulinic Acid (ALA) Test
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Alkaline phosphatase(ALP) is a protein found in all body tissues. Tissues with particularly high amounts of ALP include the liver, bile ducts, and bone.A blood test...  More
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Bilirubin is a product that results from the breakdown of hemoglobin. Total and direct bilirubin are usually measured to screen for or to monitor liver or gallbladd...  More
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The antinuclear antibody panel is a blood test that looks at antinuclear antibodies(ANA).Antinuclear antibodies are substances produced by the immune system that at...  More
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Blood glucose monitoring refers to the ongoing measurement of blood sugar(glucose). Monitoring can be done at any time using a portable device called a glucometer.H...  More
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Medical Procedures for Chronic Pancreatitis

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Because they dissolve in fat, vitamins A, D, E, and K are called fat-soluble vitamins. They are absorbed from the small intestines, along with dietary fat, which is...  More
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Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) of Sphincter of Oddi with Sphincterotomy and Removal of Calculus
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Pancreatic sphincterotomy by ERCP
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Surgical Procedures for Chronic Pancreatitis

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Pancreatectomy is the surgical removal of the pancreas. Pancreatectomy may be total, in which case the whole organ is removed, or partial, referring to the removal ...  More
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Transduodenal Sphincteroplasty
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Drainage of Pancreas
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Prescribed Medications for Chronic Pancreatitis

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PANCRELIPASE (pan cre LI pase) helps to improve digestion of food by replacing digestive enzymes. This medicine is used to treat health conditions that cause your b...  More
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OCTREOTIDE (ok TREE oh tide) is used to reduce blood levels of growth hormone in patients with a condition called acromegaly. This medicine also reduces flushing an...  More
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B-COMPLEX VITAMIN with VITAMIN C (B-KOM pleks VAHY tuh min with VAHY tuh min C) is a multivitamin. It is mostly used to help provide good nutrition to people who ne...  More
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Over the Counter Medications for Chronic Pancreatitis

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PANCRELIPASE (pan cre LI pase) helps to improve digestion of food by replacing digestive enzymes. This medicine is used to treat health conditions that cause your b...  More
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B-COMPLEX VITAMIN with VITAMIN C (B-KOM pleks VAHY tuh min with VAHY tuh min C) is a multivitamin. It is mostly used to help provide good nutrition to people who ne...  More
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Self Care for Chronic Pancreatitis

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Detailed information on cancer nutrition in children Good nutrition is very important for children being treated for cancer. Children with cancer often have poor ap...  More
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Fat Controlled Diet
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Herbs and Supplements for Chronic Pancreatitis What's this?

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Chlorophyll is a chemoprotein commonly known for its contribution to the green pigmentation in plants, and is related to protoheme, the red pigment of blood. It can...  More
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Alternative Procedures for Chronic Pancreatitis What's this?

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Various forms of meditation have been practiced for thousands of years throughout the world, with many techniques originating in Eastern religious practices. In mod...  More
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The practice of acupuncture originated in China 5,000 years ago. Today it is widely used throughout the world and is one of the main pillars of Chinese medicine. Th...  More
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