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- Acute pancreatitis and the rise of alcohol-related deaths
Alcohol-related deaths due acute pancreatitis have risen Learn more about acute and chronic pancreatitis from a Mayo Clinic expert
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Breaking down acute and chronic pancreatitis
Pancreatitis is caused by the irritation and inflammation of the cells of your pancreas This occurs when digestive enzymes released by the pancreas become active while still in the pancreas
- Discovery reveals how to prevent organ damage in pancreatitis
Researchers at Mayo Clinic have discovered how high levels of triglycerides, a type of fat found in the bloodstream, can rapidly damage organs during acute pancreatitis
- 12-hour fasting essential for pancreatic cells, glucose management
Fasting triggers a particular mechanism that helps beta cells in the pancreas manage glucose, according to discovery scientists at Mayo Clinic The paper, published in Science Advances, reports that this molecular mechanism explains why intermittent fasting supports normalized glucose concentrations It is the first step to investigating new potential treatment strategies for patients with
- What to know about pancreatic cancer - Mayo Clinic News Network
Pancreatic cancer begins in the tissues of your pancreas — an organ in your abdomen that lies horizontally behind the lower part of your stomach Your pancreas releases enzymes that aid digestion and hormones that help manage your blood sugar Pancreatic cancer typically spreads rapidly to nearby organs It is seldom detected in its early […]
- Mayo Clinic Minute: Detecting pancreatic cancer
The early signs of pancreatic cancer are difficult to miss Learn more about this diease from a Mayo Clinic expert
- Animal study finds promise in icing for pancreatitis
Medical professionals commonly recommend putting ice on a break or sprain Cooling acts as a ‘slow motion’ button for our cells, blocking inflammation and damage by slowing the processes that cause them and their downstream effects But it’s impossible to put an ice pack on internal organs, right? Wrong, according to a recent study in […]
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Why pancreatic cysts usually are not worrisome
Rarely, a cyst may lead to pancreatitis — an inflammation of the pancreas When that happens, medication and other treatment often can be used to treat the condition successfully If you learn that you have a pancreatic cyst, the best course of action is to consult with an expert who is familiar with these cysts
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