The causes of pancreatitis are: Gallstones Use of alcohol Structural issues of pancreatic & bile ducts Few medicines such as estrogen supplements & few diuretics Abdomen injury Severe bacterial or viral infection Elevated triglyceride level known as hyperlipidemia Genetic reasons like gastric fibrosis Elevated calcium blood levels known as hypercalcemia Acute pancreatitis: Causes Acute pancreatitis […]
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Brain tumors can manifest in many ways, one of the common symptoms of brain tumor is headache which is seen in around half of the cases. That having been said, tumors are a rare cause of headache in any patient. The headache associated with brain tumor may be more in the morning and other symptoms […]
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The pituitary gland is located on the undersurface of the brain and is responsible for producing or controlling a large number of hormones. A tumor in this gland can cause symptoms by either over / under production of hormones or by causing compression of structures passing close to it. As with most tumors the exact […]
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The treatment of brain tumors differ from tumors in other locations in that most of these will undergo treatment (usually surgery) based on the imaging studies without undergoing an FNAC or Biopsy. Also the risk of treatment of brain tumors is dictated by the location of the tumor and a benign (non-cancerous) tumor in an […]
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The main organ, liver that stores and processes everything we urge to eat. Excessive consumption of any sugar or fat overloads makes liver unhealthy. Nutrition has always been at the heart of overall health and the liver too. Healthy diet helps maintain proper functioning of the organs in your body. And a poor diet and […]
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Healthy eating is the key ingredient to healthy living, especially in today’s times. Nutrient deficiencies alter bodily functions, the limited secretion of the digestive juices which hinder digestion, immunity level of the body and all body processes at the most basic cellular level. Nutrient deficiencies of many minerals and vitamins can also lead to multiple […]
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When it comes to cleansing or detoxification, its all about the food or the nutrients needed to support detoxification on a daily basis. Detoxification is all about resting, cleaning and nourishing complete body. By cleansing toxins and nourishing your body, it can help protect you from disease and renew your ability to maintain optimal health. […]
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The gut is the main organ which has a host of microbes that affect your physiology and keep your body and brain function as they should. It is the most vital organ for the survival of a human. Digestive problems such as gas, indigestion, pain, cramping, burning, motility changes and a host of other complaints […]
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Vitamins and minerals Patients having chronic pancreatitis are at a high risk of malnutrition because of malabsorption & depletion of nutrients and also because of increased metabolic motion. Malnutrition is further affected by alcohol abuse & pain after meals. Vitamin deficiency due to malabsorption could result in osteoporosis, abdominal pain, digestive issues & other symptoms. […]
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Hereditary Pancreatitis Hereditary pancreatitis is rare and is a genetically inherited disorder which results in recurring occurrences of acute pancreatitis. Symptoms comprise of occurrences of nausea, abdominal pain & vomiting. With time, a patient loses his endocrine function, resulting in diabetes & nutritional deficiencies. Hereditary pancreatitis most likely makes an earlier commencement than an alcohol-related […]
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Dietitian
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