Expert Video - How is acute pancreatitis in children treated?
Physicians discuss about "supportive care" as a treatment option for acute pancreatitis in children. As there is no cure for acute pancreatitis, they describe supportive care as providing children with therapies to aid them with getting through their illness. Methods for managing pancreatitis in children (such as IV therapy, pain medication, and fasting for blood work) have changed over time, with families being able to treat mild episodes of acute pancreatitis at home while remaining in close communication with their physicians.
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Animation - Helping Kids and Teens Understand Chronic Pancreatitis
Slide Show - Helping Kids and Teens Understand Chronic Pancreatitis
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What is the function of the pancreas?
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What is acute pancreatitis?
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What causes acute pancreatitis in children and teenagers?
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Why did my child get pancreatitis?
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Can children get gallstone pancreatitis?
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What are the symptoms of acute pancreatitis in children?
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How long do the symptoms of acute pancreatitis last in children?
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What to expect after the child's symptoms of pancreatitis go away?
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What complications may occur during an episode of acute pancreatitis?
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How is acute pancreatitis diagnosed?
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How is acute pancreatitis in children treated?
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How can repeat attacks of acute pancreatitis be prevented?
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What diet or supplements are recommended for children recovering from acute pancreatitis?
