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Ozempic, a medication used to manage type 2 diabetes, falls under a category of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. While it effectively lowers blood sugar levels, there are concerns about its potential to cause pancreatic inflammation, or pancreatitis. This blog post, guided by Dr. Melena Bellin, an expert in diabetes and pancreatitis, explores the relationship

Stones in the body, also known as calculi, are hard mineral-based masses that can form in organs such as the kidneys, gallbladder, or bladder. These stones can vary in size and may cause pain, blockages, or infection if they block the flow of bodily fluids like urine or bile (a digestive fluid). Extracorporeal Shock Wave

Pancreatitis is a serious condition in which the pancreas is inflamed (swollen), which can lead to severe pain, digestive issues, and various complications. For patients with recurrent acute or chronic pancreatitis, it’s important to have a care team made up of different specialists. Pancreatitis can affect multiple bodily functions, so having a team of experts

Dr. Melena Bellin, MD is a leading endocrinologist with over 20 years of experience. She presented on Mission: Cure’s Pancreatitis Patient Webinar, ‘Understanding Type 3c Diabetes: Your Guide to Diagnosis & Treatment.‘ Below, Dr. Bellin provides an in-depth Type 3c Diabetes Q&A, addressing patients’ questions about the connection between Type 3c Diabetes and pancreatitis. For

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