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What is it? |
| The pancreas is the organ responsible for making
insulin and digestive juices. If the pancreas becomes diseased then proper
digestion is impaired. The two most common causes of an inflamed pancreas
are excessive alcohol consumption and gallstones that obstruct the
pancreas. For detailed information about the pancreas refer to the body on
the main menu. Detailed information regarding the pancreas can be found here. |