Pancreatitis refers to inflammation of the pancreas, an organ located in the back of the upper abdomen, behind the stomach, that secretes hormones and digestive juices. The condition can occur as a ...

The pancreas performs vital functions in your body. It helps in digestion and creates insulin to maintain your blood sugar. Certain conditions and lifestyle choices can damage the pancreas and lead to ...

Physicians have hesitated to prescribe GLP-1RA medications, such as those with brand names of Ozempic and Victoza, to patients with a history of pancreatitis because it was believed they could ...

Gallstone pancreatitis happens when a gallstone blocks a person’s pancreatic duct. Digestive juices back up and damage the pancreas, causing pain, inflammation, nausea, vomiting and other symptoms. It ...