The pancreas is a large glandular organ that is located behind the stomach. The main functions of the pancreas is to release the hormones insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream and secrete powerful digestive enzymes which enter the small intestine to help the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Pancreatitis is a rare digestive disorder that occurs due to the inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas gets damaged because the body is unable to secrete enough digestive enzymes to break down foods. The symptoms of acute pancreatitis and chronic pancreatitis are shown below: Acute pancreatitis: • Upper abdominal pain that radiates into the back • Swollen & tender abdomen • Nausea and vomiting • Fever • Increased heart rate Chronic pancreatitis: • Constant pain that radiates in the upper abdomen that • radiates into the back • Weight loss • Diabetes (if the insulin-producing cells of the pancreas become damaged) • Indigestion • Diarrhea Image above depicts the location of the pancreas in the human body. There are two forms of pancreatitis. They include acute pancreatitis and chronic pancreatitis. Acute pancreatitis: Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas for a short period of time. Heavy alcohol use, medications, metabolic disorders, gallstones and etc. usually cause acute pancreatitis. Chronic pancreatitis: Chronic pancreatitis is an ongoing inflammation of the pancreas, which is caused by overuse of alcohol, cystic fibrosis, certain medications, high triglycerides and etc. Demographically, the risk of getting pancreatitis increases with age. The incidence rate is approximately 20 cases per 100 000 people. Statistically, males are prone to ... ... middle of paper ... ...s Cited ERCP: A Patient’s Guide | ACG Patients. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://patients.gi.org/topics/ercp-a-patients-guide/ Pancreatitis Picture, Symptoms, Causes, and More. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/understanding-pancreatitis-basics Acute Pancreatitis Causes, Diagnosis & Treatments - Clinical Key. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.clinicalkey.com/topics/gastroenterology/acute-pancreatitis.html Alcohol and pancreatitis. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/check-the-facts/health-effects-of-alcohol/effects-on-the-body/alcohol-and-pancreatitis Chronic pancreatitis. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/chronicpancreatitis.htm Acute pancreatitis statistics - countries compared - NationMaster. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.nationmaster.com/graph/mor_acu_pan-mortality-acute-pancreatitis
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Cholecystitis can be defined as acute or chronic inflammation of the gallbladder. Cholecystitis can be calculous or acalculous. Most common cause of acute cholecystitis
“Crohn’s disease appears to be caused by a dysfunctional inflammatory response in the gastrointestinal tract” (U. S. News, 2009). Inflammation is the body’s natural way to heal by sending immune cells to the site of the injury or invader. Researchers think that this immune system response may be triggered by bacteria or viruses, material in the intestinal contents, or a defective signal from the body’s own cells, called an autoimmune response. Inflammation results in pain, heat, redness, and swelling of the tissue. Chronic inflammation can harm the function of tissues and organs (U.S. News, 2009).
The pancreas is composed of exocrine and endocrine tissues. The exocrine portion of the pancreas synthesizes and secretes pancreatic juices. The endocrine portion is composed of miniscule islands of cells, called the islets of Langerhans. These islets of Langerhans do not release their secretions into the pancreatic ducts. Instead, they release hormones into the blood stream, and these hormones in turn help control blood glucose levels (Function of the Pancreas). Beta cells of the islets of Langerhans secrete insulin, which
The pancreas can be divided into two sections when studying the histology. The pancreas has exocrine and endocrine functions, each with unique cell types. The exocrine pancreas serves to secrete digestive enzymes into the duodenum. Some of the specific enzymes and secreted substances are Proteases, lipase, amylase, bicarbonate, and water (Bowen, “Exocrine Secretions”). These enzymes are used to break down protein, fat, and carbohydrates respectively. The bicarbonate simply act as an acid buffer to prevent damage of the small intestine as the stomach acid must be neutralized. The enzymes are created in acinar cells and the bicarbonate is synthesized in epithelial cells surrounding pancreatic ducts (Bowen “Exocrine
The first factor for the rising number of gluten-free individuals, which is likely the leading cause of the increase, is due to the exponentially growing number of people with a gluten-related allergy. The current s...
The pancreas is a 6-inch long organ in the body, located behind the stomach in the abdomen. The pancreas contains exocrine and endocrine glands that produce pancreatic juices, insulin, and hormones. Pancreatic juices, also called pancreatic enzymes, are made by the exocrine glands and released into the intestines to help with digestion. Around 95% of the pancreas is exocrine glands and ducts. The endocrine part of the pancreas are arranged in small clusters of cells called islets of Langerhans. Islets of Langerhans release insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream and those two hormones manage the level of sugar in the blood. When these two hormones are not working like they are supposed to, it often results in diabetes.
Pancreas: The pancreas is an oval organ located between the stomach and the small intestine. It makes fluids to protect the small intestine from the acid. It produces important enzymes and hormones that will ...
The pancreas is the chief/main factory for all of the digestive enzymes and they are secreted in the first segment/part of the small intestine. The enzymes break down proteins into protease, fats into lipase and carbohydrates into carbohydrase. Also, the pancreas produces insulin which is responsible for controlling the blood sugar and then it is secreted directly into the bloodstream. Insulin is the main/chief hormone that metabolizes
Pancreas- The pancreas creates a juice that breaks down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. "The pancreas delivers digestive juice to the small intestine through small tubes called ducts" (NIH (5).) The pancreas is not considered part of the GI tract, but it is a necessary organ needed for the digestion and absorption of nutrients.
My written practicum will be on the causes of Pancreatic Cancer. Pancreatic Cancer is a genetic or environmental factor that critically affects the pancreas. This type of disease is considered to be “silent”, because the symptoms are often undetected. Thorough testing and critical screening can determine if there is an underlying cause or just a normal cycle of illness, such as the Flu. The cause of Pancreatic Cancer is determined to be caused by hereditary traits, environmental factors, as well as elderly age.
When a health care professional identifies symptoms of pancreatitis, specific questions are asked about the person’s symptoms, lifestyle and habits, and medical and surgical history. These types of questions will help to rule out some conditions and make the correct diagnosis. In most cases, however, laboratory tests are needed. The tests will determine the function of several body systems including pancreas, liver and kidney functions, signs of infections, blood cell counts, and blood sugar, electrolyte levels and calcium level. Results of the blood tests may be inadequate if the pancreas is still making digestive enzymes and
...e disease process of pancreatitis. This situation has changed my practice by looking more in-depth into disease processes and the complications I could be faced with. I need to beware of how conditions can change and always be one step ahead in foreseeing these changes to be able to deal with these situations when they arise.
This is the inflammation of the liver. The hepatitis virus is a major cause of hepatitis in humans. However, the condition can be induced by various infections and medical conditions, such as excess intake of alcohol, medications, toxins, and autoimmune disease. There are five types of hepatitis virus which include: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, hepatitis D, hepatitis E. (“Hepatitis | NIH: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases,” 2015)
The pancreas is one of the essential organs in the human body and belongs in the Digestive system. Out of all the internal organs, the pancreas is unique because the pancreas plays a role in both the endocrine gland and the exocrine gland. This means that the pancreas is a dual function gland in which is the reason why the pancreas is such a vital part of the digestive system. This research paper will talk about the anatomy, physiology, and the important functions the pancreas play to maintain homeostasis.