Tag: chronic diseases


  • Research at Ariel: An Exploration of Genetic Variants in 100 Pancreatitis Patients

    Thanks to patients who volunteer for scientific research with Ariel. Ariel researchers continue to study and describe the genetic changes that may predispose to pancreatitis. In a new study led by Dr. Mitch Ellison published in the journal Pancreas, the team studied how combinations of genetic changes, or variants, might make people more susceptible to…

  • Pancreatitis & Pain

    Pancreatitis is a complex medical condition that manifests itself differently in each patient. While some patients experience no pain, the most common symptom of pancreatitis is pain in the upper abdomen [1], that may radiate to the back. This pain can range widely in severity and duration. Mild cases of pancreatitis may resolve on their…

  • 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…