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Are there alternative therapies for pancreatitis?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Depends: The pancreas is a gland in the back of the abdomen which produces enzymes to digest proteins, fats, and carbs. In pancreatitis, the enzymes start working inside the gland and begin digesting it. The first treatment is fasting, to shut off the enzyme production. Sometimes replacement enzymes are given. Removing the gallbladder, if there are gallstones, can prevent another attack.
Answered 8/4/2012
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Alternative: The short answer is no, therefore consulting with a pancreas expert is crucial.
Answered 3/8/2013
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