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New Clinical Trial Testing Lacosamide to Improve Opioid Effectiveness in the Treatment of Chronic Pancreatitis Pain

Chronic abdominal pain is the hallmark symptom of chronic pancreatitis, with many patients seeking medical attention for pain control. While several management options are potentially available to gastroenterologists, outcomes are often disappointing, and opioids remain a mainstay of therapy. This is an NIH-funded phase 1 trial, “Safety, Tolerability and dose-limiting Toxicity of lacosamide in patients […]

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20 Must-Watch Movies About Chronic Illness in 2024

A recent study found that almost half of all Americans, around 133 million people, have chronic illnesses like diabetes, cancer, pancreatitis, or heart disease. These conditions can make folks feel scared, anxious, stressed, or isolated. In such tough times, it can be comforting to hear stories from others who understand what you’re going through. Movies

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Low-Fat Options at Popular Fast Food Restaurants 2024

Living with chronic pancreatitis (CP) can be a daily struggle. Beyond navigating symptoms like recurring pain and fatigue, another challenge for many chronic pancreatitis patients is avoiding flare-causing foods, like those high in fat. Depending on specific and personal nutrition needs, it’s typically recommended that chronic pancreatitis patients limit their daily fat to anywhere between

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Yoga for Pancreatitis: A Guide to Manage Your Health

Yoga is an ancient practice that promotes physical and mental health and well-being through the emphasis on breathwork, holding physical postures, and meditation. Research shows that yoga has significant health benefits, including stress relief, support of healthy activity habits, and improved sleep. Frequent yoga practice has been shown to help alleviate symptoms of chronic illnesses

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Mission: Cure and AvoMD Partner to Improve Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Diagnosis and Treatment

(New York, New York) – Mission: Cure in partnership with AvoMD, a software company that translates clinical evidence into the workflow, has developed a tool for the point-of-care to improve treatment for patients with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). The interactive EPI tool is available for free in all electronic health records (EHRs) on the AvoMD

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Pancreatitis and Peanut Butter: A Nutty Dilemma

You may have already heard about the ‘sticky’ relationship between pancreatitis and peanut butter. Peanut butter is a popular spread known for its smooth texture and creamy flavor. However, for those with pancreatitis, peanut butter may trigger feelings of discomfort, abdominal pain, or flare-ups. When it comes to pancreatitis, experts recommend eating a low-fat diet.

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Honey and Pancreatitis: Can You Include It in Your Diet?

Honey is a natural sweetener that offers several health and anti-inflammatory benefits. For pancreatitis patients in particular, honey can be a helpful source of energy (calories) for those who struggle to eat enough food, are malnourished, or are unintentionally losing weight. On the other hand, when it comes to pancreatitis, it is always important to

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How is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI/PEI) Diagnosed?

In this Mission: Cure patient education video, Dr. Steve Freedman from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center of Harvard Medical School explains exocrine pancreatic insufficiency: diagnosis, treatment, and frequently asked questions. Get Updates in Your Inbox Stay up-to-date on the latest Mission: Cure news and developments in pancreatitis care by signing up for our newsletter. Facebook

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What is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI/PEI)? Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatment

In this Mission: Cure patient education video, Dr. Steve Freedman from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center of Harvard Medical School explains exocrine pancreatic insufficiency: what it is, risk factors, symptoms, and treatment. Get Updates in Your Inbox Stay up-to-date on the latest Mission: Cure news and developments in pancreatitis care by signing up for our

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