Considerations for Pancreatitis Patients During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The novel coronavirus is currently causing a pandemic around the world. New research emerges daily about the virus and the disease it causes, called COVID-19. Who is at risk for COVID-19? Scientists predict that 40-70% of the world population will be infected with the new coronavirus over the coming year. Although many people will […]
What You Should Know About Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)
How Can Genetic Testing Help My Patients?
Are you leveraging the power of genetic testing to help diagnose and treat your patients? If not, now is the time to start. In recent years, usage of genetics in healthcare — particularly in diagnosing and predicting disease — has exploded. Genome sequencing can help physicians identify a variety of hard-to-diagnose conditions, such as […]
What Causes Pediatric Pancreatitis?
When a child experiences fever, nausea, vomiting and persistent stomach pains, most parents and doctors chalk it up to a 24-hour bug. But there’s another issue that causes remarkably similar symptoms, and it’s often overlooked: pediatric pancreatitis. Pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas, is not commonly considered in children with GI symptoms — primarily because […]
Patient Story: How Ariel Helped Amanda Get the Treatment She Needed
Amanda Baerwaldt first knew something was wrong when she began experiencing stomach virus symptoms. But unlike a stomach virus, her symptoms kept returning every two to six weeks. In an attempt to feel better, she changed her diet and became more physically active, but she kept experiencing debilitating symptoms.
Tips for Coping with a Chronic Condition or Disease
Being diagnosed with a chronic disease can be overwhelming. Not only are you inundated with new information about your condition and care plan, but, often, you’ll have to adjust to significant changes to your lifestyle, work, social habits, activity level, diet and more. While temporary conditions, such as a broken bone, have a clear trajectory […]
3 Pancreatitis Support Resources You Should Know
Being diagnosed with a chronic illness like pancreatitis can bring up a range of emotions. You may feel scared, confused, isolated or angry about your diagnosis. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, have a family member or friend who has been diagnosed or have been dealing with chronic pancreatitis for a while, you might be looking for […]
What’s the Difference Between Clinical Genetic Testing for Diseases and Direct to Consumer Genome Testing?
Over the past few years, DTC (direct-to-consumer) clinical genetic testing kits have been flying off the shelves as people jump for a chance to learn about their ancestry or determine whether they’re at risk for a genetic condition.
Hereditary and Familial Pancreatitis: What You Need To Know
Pancreatitis is a complex condition with multiple potential causes. When pancreatitis occurs in multiple closely related individuals, it warrants further investigation, which may include genetic counseling and/or genetic testing. The diagnosis of hereditary or familial pancreatitis should include the collection of a 3-generation family history and evaluation for other causes of pancreatitis in the […]