Understanding Pancreatitis By rjoachim | February 1, 2024 Chronic pancreatitis is a long-term condition that develops over time. It is most often caused by heavy alcohol use.Here are some additional things to know about pancreatitis:Symptoms can vary from person to person and can range from mild to severe.Treatment for pancreatitis focuses on relieving pain and inflammation and allowing the pancreas to heal.In some cases, surgery may be necessary to remove damaged tissue or drain fluid collections.If you are concerned that you may have pancreatitis, it is important to see a doctor right away for diagnosis and treatment.Opens in a new windowchevron_rightwww.health.harvard.eduChronic pancreatitisHere are some resources that you may find helpful:The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/pancreatitisThe Mayo Clinic: <invalid URL removed>The American Pancreas Association: https://pancreasfoundation.org/Sourcesinfowww.tums.com/about-heartburn/quick-heartburn-relief/indigestion-remedies/psu.pb.unizin.org/pt270rlb18/chapter/chapter-17-the-digestive-system/ Posted in Natural & Holistic and tagged doctor, Gallstones, kidney diseases, pain, Pancreatitis, treatment