Pancreatitis

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Treatment

The goals of treatment for pancreatitis are to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and reduce the risk for complications and further attacks. Patients who have a history of pancreatitis should avoid alcohol and large meals, and should eat a healthy diet that is high in carbohydrates and protein and low in fat.

Damage to the pancreas (e.g., in chronic cases) may prevent secretion of digestive enzymes and lead to malabsorption. Patients who experience malabsorption may be instructe...Read the full article