Have you ever wondered if your pancreatitis flares may be connected to your monthly periods? You’re not alone in making this connection. While menstrual cycles are part of the reproductive system, they can impact other parts of our body – including the pancreas. In this blog post, we’ll explore this possible connection with insights from Dr. Steven […]
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Pancreatitis flare-ups can be unpredictable and challenging, but understanding them can help you manage your symptoms better. At Mission: Cure, we’re committed to helping you navigate these difficult episodes with expert advice and support. In our latest video, Dr. Wilcox, a board-certified gastroenterologist at Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute, shares his insights on managing a pancreatitis
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How Has Pancreatitis Impacted You? It has taken me a while to get the courage to share my story. Today is a particularly bad day, I am in bed with my kids and dog while we cuddle and watch tv shows. They know that I can’t help being sick, and they are all so supportive
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My journey with pancreatitis began with intense abdominal pain, relentless vomiting, and fever. Initially misdiagnosed as gastritis, I endured six months of endoscopies while my weight dropped from 67 kg to 40 kg (148 lbs to 88 lbs), and my creatinine levels soared due to excessive medication. A turning point came when a new doctor
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https://youtu.be/rOH6da-ENhs New Pancreatitis Treatments in Development In this Mission: Cure patient education webinar, leading experts Dr. George Gittes and Dr. Jorge Machicado present innovative treatments for pancreatitis. Alongside them, Megan Golden, CEO of Mission: Cure, and Daniel Morgan, Research Portfolio Manager, provide insights into the organization’s vision and ongoing progress towards finding a cure. Key
My first pancreatitis attack began with constant stomach pain radiating to my back for weeks. My dad thought I was having normal gut issues and gave me antacids. Then, one day, I stood up and began puking. The pain I felt – I’m scared looking back on it. The next thing I knew, I was
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When I was pregnant with my second child, Levi, I had gallstones. I was always told it was gas by my OBGYN. I had immense pain every single night that would take my breath away. It lasted for hours. All I could do was curl up in a ball and cry. After he was born,
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Exciting new research explored how the CFTR gene is connected to pancreatitis. This gene plays a crucial role in our body and is known for its link to cystic fibrosis. By studying the CFTR gene, scientists can better understand what causes pancreatitis and develop better treatments. Let’s take a closer look at what this study
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaUyRUzMDyA Why Type 3c Diabetes Matters for Pancreatitis Patients Type 3c diabetes is an important but often overlooked aspect of managing pancreatitis. The connection between pancreatitis and Type 3c diabetes can significantly affect one’s well-being. In our recent webinar, “Understanding Type 3c Diabetes: Your Guide to Diagnosis & Treatment,” we highlighted this link, focusing on
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Despite how isolating and painful having pancreatitis is, I pursued a career as a scientist, traveling across Europe to work. In my work, I saw many different approaches to treating pancreatitis. I wanted to do something for people like me. Since I had become an expert in stem cells, I worked on turning them into
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