THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

PANCREAS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is pancreatitis?
A
An inflammation in the pancreas
B
The cells of the pancreas develop changes in their DNA.
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Pancreatitis occurs when digestive enzymes become activated while still in the pancreas, irritating the cells of your pancreas and causing inflammation. With repeated bouts of acute pancreatitis, damage to the pancreas can occur and lead to chronic pancreatitis.

Detailed explanation-2: -There is no cure for chronic pancreatitis, but the related pain and symptoms may be managed or even prevented. Since chronic pancreatitis is most often caused by drinking, abstinence from alcohol is often one way to ease the pain.

Detailed explanation-3: -a hospital stay to treat dehydration with intravenous (IV) fluids and, if you can swallow them, fluids by mouth. pain medicine, and antibiotics by mouth or through an IV if you have an infection in your pancreas. a low-fat diet, or nutrition by feeding tube or IV if you can’t eat.

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