pancreatic cyst

Pancreatic Cysts (Congenital, Neoplastic, Pseudocysts)

What is a pancreatic cyst? A cyst is an abnormal cavity within an organ that is filled with fluid. It is enclosed by an epithelial membrane that separates it from surrounding tissue. Cysts can occur just about anywhere in the body and may be single or multiple. When it occurs in the pancreas, it is known as a pancreatic >> Read More ...

Pancreatitis vs Pancreatic Cancer: Signs, Symptoms and Pain

Pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer are two different conditions that affect the pancreas. One type of pancreatitis known as chronic pancreatitis can increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. Despite the similarity of symptoms in both pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer it is important to understand how these two conditions >> Read More ...