Expert Video - What should I know about pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy for chronic pancreatitis?
Pancreatic enzyme therapy is explained by expert Anna Evans Phillips, MD, of the University of Pittsburgh. Do you have difficulty digesting food due to chronic pancreatitis? Have you been diagnosed with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency? You may need one or all of the main enzymes produced by a healthy pancreas. Dr. Phillips talks about what your doctor may prescribe, how these enzymes work, and when to take them so they are most effective.
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Animation - Chronic Pancreatitis Nutrition Management
Slide Show - Chronic Pancreatitis Nutrition Management
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What are the essentials of chronic pancreatitis nutrition management?
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What happens in a chronic pancreatitis nutrition assessment?
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Why is a bowel and stool assessment important in chronic pancreatitis?
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What does a chronic pancreatitis diet consist of?
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What should I know about pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy for chronic pancreatitis?
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What other treatments can help manage chronic pancreatitis?
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What clinical trials are available for chronic pancreatitis?
