At the organ level, pancreatitis is caused by inflammation. But why does this inflammation set in, how problematic is the condition, and how are the best ways to treat pancreatitis? We answer those questions and more in today’s blog. The Causes and Symptoms of Pancreatitis Before we dive into the causes of pancreatitis, let’s take […]
How Alcohol Affects Your Pancreas
Alcohol impacts our bodies in numerous ways, and oftentimes it negatively impacts many of our organs. It can lead to cirrhosis of the liver and heart disease, but it also affects some of our lesser-known organs. One such organ is the pancreas. Today, we take a closer look at how alcohol affects your pancreas. Beer […]
8 Common Questions (& Answers) About Pancreas Surgery
If you need to have surgery on your pancreas, you probably have a number of questions racing around in your head, especially since many people are unfamiliar with the functions of the organ. That’s why we want to share some answers to some of the more common questions we hear when someone is told they […]
What is Hereditary Pancreatitis?
As we discussed in a previous blog, pancreatitis is a health condition where the pancreas becomes inflamed. Hereditary pancreatitis, as the name implies, is a genetic condition characterized by recurrent bouts of pancreatitis. Pancreatitis can be brought upon by a poor diet or heavy alcohol consumption, but individuals with hereditary pancreatitis develop the condition because […]
Gallstone Pancreatitis – Prevention & Treatments
We have previously covered gallstones and pancreatitis on this blog, but we have yet to touch on Gallstone Pancreatitis. In this article, we are going to discuss gallstone pancreatitis – what it is, what causes it, and how to effectively treat the disease. What is Gallstone Pancreatitis? Gallstone pancreatitis is essentially pancreatitis caused by gallstones. […]
