April 2013
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Viscera: Pancreas
jinavie:
(Learn more about the organs of the human bodies in other posts in the Viscera series here: http://jinavie.tumblr.com/tagged/viscera/chrono)
The pancreas is probably the most central organ in the human body. It is situated just under the liver and stomach, surrounded by the duodenum (first part of small intestine) and lies in front of the aorta. It is shaped like a fish and thus is...
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gabriellasmommy18:
In two weeks I lost 15 pounds.
That CANNOT be healthy.
Me too! I lost 15, then 20, when all is said and done I’ve lost 75. :/ Hang in there!
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Just dropping in to say hello...
I feel sad cause I feel like I’m neglecting all of you. But being preggo is a lot of work, and then working on top of being preggo is a lot of work. I’ll try and get the queue loaded up here shortly. Meanwhile, I hope everyone is staying healthy and everyone’s pancreas has been behaving!
January 2013
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yes i have a pet name for my shitty excuse of a...
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I NAMED HIM PANCRY. Got treat him nice, ya know? Maybe he’ll decide to work.
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ERCP, the ins and outs!
Alright, so I went in for an ERCP. My whole process has been a bit rushed and so I’m adding that to some of my confusion. I feel great now so I’m thankful, but for those who aren’t sure going in, here’s my walk through, along with a few links at the bottom that are pretty helpful. Some of this may be repeat for a few of my followers, but I figured one big summary is good!
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I'm back!
Okay. lol, it seems like so much longer then 2 weeks since I posted last!
Anyway, here’s my update! (all really good!) It’s a little gross in places, so just be forewarned.
So I went in for my Surgery on December 17th. Went in at a bright and chirpy 6am!
I was almost immediately in surgery, after prepping me and speaking with me, I was probably in the ER room and ready for...
December 2012
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I had my surgery!
And I’m alive!!! I’m doing really well, and just wanted to drop in and wish all my followers a merry christmas! I will be done with work this weekend, so I’ll have my ducks back in a row, we also find out if baby is a boy or girl, so that’ll be in my update!!
Hope everyone had a nice, pain free, and happy christmas with people they enjoy!
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So about that update.
Sorry guys! I’ve been preparing for a super busy December, so I apologize about the delay!
Anyway. The update!
So as I mentioned before, being preggo had me a smidge worried about the giant cyst in my tummy. But I’ll elaborate a bit.
So the timeline goes:
February 2012 - Went to ER with severe abdominal pain, stayed in the hospital for 2 weeks. Boy that was fun.
End of February...
My pancreas hurts so bad today :(
xxsavagesagexx:
Wondering…. my doctors said no relation to these, but wondering if anyone has the same issues.
I had gastric bypass about 6 years ago and fibromyalgia and just diagnosed with pancreatitis.
Anyone else have a link to these. I’m wondering if either one caused the pancreatitis.
Does anyone have any home remedies for the pain? My percocets aren’t touching the pain today. :(
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Just got back from a mini vaca away. I’ll do that update in the next few days! I hope everyone is getting ready for the wintery holiday season!
November 2012
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Happy Thanksgiving!
I want to wish everyone out there a Happy Thanksgiving! I know we have to be careful, but I hope everyone enjoys their dinner and their good company!
I saw a specialist yesterday…and I have some very interesting news! I’ll update tomorrow. For now, back to eating!
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The National Pancreas Foundation
For a pretty extensive collection of articles, research, fund raisers, trials, recipes, info on pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis, visit the The National Pancreas Foundation. It’s really got a great collection of all kinds of resources, and ways to learn more and get involved!
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Successful test of artificial pancreas could help... →
paratiparami:
Results from the first feasibility study of an artificial pancreas has shown that it successfully works in humans. The device, called the Hypoglycemia-Hyperglycemia Minimizer (HHM) System, is able to automatically predict a rise and fall in blood glucose levels in Type 1 diabetes sufferers, enabling it to increase or decrease insulin delivery. The system is comprised of an...
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Radiation Oncology News: Adjuvant... →
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In this german study, adjuvant chemoradiotherapy (5-FU, Cisplatin) plus interferon alfa-2b did not improve survival compared with chemotherapy alone (5-FU) and was much more toxic.
Between 2004 and 2007, 132 patients with resected R0/R1 pancreatic cancer were enrolled. The chosen…
elizabeth-brenda asked: im 19 and have a 2 month old daughter. also i was diagnosed with pancreatitis when she turned one month old. doctors dont know the cause of it they assume during my pregnancy sludge or a gall stone may have passed. i was hospitalized for 16 daysand missed my baby dearly :( now currently have been out of the hospital for two weeks and im still scared to return to eating a wide variety of foods. im...
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Kelowna Capital News - City councillor gives... →
Kelowna city councillor Gerry Zimmermann knows firsthand the importance of well-trained medical staff and state-of-the-art medical equipment.
He expressed his appreciation for the excellent care he received during extended recovery from acute pancreatitis at the Kelowna General Hospital to a crowd of gastroenterologists, surgeons, physicians, nurses and medical professionals at the banquet dinner...
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Something a little educational.
I personally was not prescribed Creon, which is something I’ll be bringing up at my next apt. But are any of you out there?
CREON is a pancreatic enzyme preparation consisting of pancrelipase, an extract derived from porcine pancreatic glands.
It’s basically a digestive enzyme you take daily to assist your pancreas in breaking down food, to help give it a break and not work so hard....
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“Anti-Cancer Strategies: Kick the 3 a Day Habit!”
– Anti-Cancer Strategies: Kick the 3 a Day Habit! | Eat and Beat Cancer
I’m not entirely sure what’s in those bowls…but here’s a small tip on beating cancer…
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Statins Won't Hurt, Might Even Help, Your... →
TUESDAY, Aug. 21 (HealthDay News) — Statins don’t raise the risk of pancreatitis, a painful and potentially life-threatening inflammation, a new review finds.
Putting to rest concerns raised by previous research, this new study finds cholesterol-lowering drugs such as Lipitor (atorvastatin) and Zocor (simvastatin) may actually help ward off pancreatitis. The pooled analysis of 21...
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November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month!
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Just a little update.
I’m officially unemployed, this isn’t shocking or anything. I work at an amusement park so it happens every fall. But it’s really odd for me. Since going into the hospital in February I’ve worked all summer. Granted some weeks more then others, and I definitely started off slow.
But now I can spend much more time pancreatitising up tumblr!
As far as being pregnant with...
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October 2012
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afickleenchantment replied to your post: afickleenchantment replied to your photo: So…
yum. I have ovarian cysts so trust me I feel your pain bro!
Mine is about the size of a grapefruit. It doesn’t really cause me pain, at least not yet. But it makes me feel bloated…and I can’t sleep on my stomach from the pressure. However they did say when they saw the image that...
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afickleenchantment replied to your photo: So folks. This is a picture of my spleen. A…
a pseudocyst? Like…a fake one?
So, a pseudocyst is like a cyst, only it doesn’t have epithelial or endothelial cells like a real cyst. It’s like a big bag of digestive enzymes and random stuff hanging out in my gut.
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*Insert Witty Title Here*: So I need some good... →
berrybrated:
So I need some good vibes today. For 2 reasons. The first being my spleen. I went in to the doctor last week and there’s spleen drama, if anyone wants more details it’s here. I’m not HORRIBLY worried about it, but after the whole pancreas bit…well. So I have an ultrasound today to check it out,…
I wanted to add, that I don’t have my follow up apt til next week, so I...
Thanks for the well wishes everyone! I have my ultrasound beginning of next week, so we’ll see how goes.
floatersandflashes replied to your post: So I went in for a physical and some blood work….
My best wishes for you, you’re in my prayers. Also, 8 months and they dind’t know it was your spleen?! Sue them!
Well, it was/is my pancreas. What sent me to the hospital was my pancreas. But...
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So I went in for a physical and some blood work. This would be my 3rd apt since I got out of the hospital. And the Dr. is palpating my abdomen, when she says “what is this hard mass in your abdomen?”
I tell her it’s been there since I got out of the hospital…that I was told when I was IN the hospital that it’s just the tissue of my pancreas, and surrounding soft...
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Only 2% of your Pancreas produces Insulin, the...
clearyourheartandneverlookback:
I learned that at Diabetes camp.
My reaction
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Link between gum disease bacteria and pancreatic... →
toothtrooth:
“Gut” journal have presented evidence supporting that bacterium key to the development of gum disease, has been associated with a 2 fold risk in pancreatic cancer. take care of your oral health to reduce your risk!
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dovetailcircus-deactivated20121 asked: Is there ant way I don't have to take so many pills? This is ridiculous. Is it always going to be a "treat the symptoms" case?
