THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

PANCREAS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
can you live without your pancreas
A
true
B
false
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Given the importance of the pancreas as an organ, you might think living without one is impossible – like trying to live without a heart. But you can in fact live without a pancreas.

Detailed explanation-2: -Living without a pancreas Because your body will no longer produce a normal amount of insulin to control your blood sugar, you will have diabetes. You’ll need to monitor your blood sugar and take insulin at regular intervals. Your endocrinologist or primary care doctor will help you manage your blood sugar.

Detailed explanation-3: -Your pancreas is important for digesting food and managing your use of sugar for energy after digestion. If you have any symptoms of pancreatic digestion problems, like loss of appetite, abdominal pain, fatty stools, or weight loss, call your healthcare provider.

Detailed explanation-4: -With repeated bouts of acute pancreatitis, damage to the pancreas can occur and lead to chronic pancreatitis. Scar tissue may form in the pancreas, causing loss of function. A poorly functioning pancreas can cause digestion problems and diabetes.

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