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Pancreatic Insufficiency
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Treatment Treatment involves dealing with the underlying condition, preventing further pancreatic damage and managing the symptoms. If the cause of the pancreatic insufficiency is chronic pancreatitis, abstention from alcohol is critical in preventing further attacks. To aid digestion patients may be given oral preparations of pancreatic enzymes as a supplement to make up for decreased production. They may also be given vitamin supplements (especially fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K because of impaired fat absorption) and may be put on a diet low in fat and high in protein and calories to help them gain and maintain weight.
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This page last modified on May 16, 2007.
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