pancreatitis natural remedies

My son is in the military in London, and is presently in the hospital for pancreatitis. WHat can I send him as far a natural medicines or supplements that may help. I am sure he's not eating right, so what can I suggest?

If he has pancreatitis, I would be very surprised if he was eating food. I was in the hospital for three weeks with moderate to severe pancreatitis, and I was fed through an IV in my arm for two months. I was able to slowly start eating food at about the one month mark: jello and broth were first, then I moved on to puddings, mashed potatoes, etc. If he is being fed through an IV he is getting the best nutrition you could ever have!!

I am currently researching the subject for my wife.

I just came across this article - it remains to be seen if it is valid, but I thought I would pass it along.

http://www.thehealthierlife.co.uk/article/3257/natural-pancreatitis-relief.html

God Bless you and your son. I'll pray for a quick recovery!

Bruce
http://christiansoldiersonline.org

Well my father had acute pancreatitis last year. He was In the hospital for a total of 3 months. He had to get surgery for it. Later on we were told to give him food with very less oil and no spices at all. And a lot of vegetable soup coz he had become very weak and fragile. In pancreatitis there is a chance of having diabeties as well so avoid anything with sugar. Sugar free Health drinks are also advisable.
Hope all this helps you. Take care and keep your head up.

Raw fruit and vegetables, nuts, lots of filtrated water will improve his health quick.

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You can't eat raw fruits and vegetables or nuts when you have pancreaitis ! A bland diet only.

These nutrients can offer much-needed relief from acute and chronic pancreatitis

Nutrients that are able to reduce inflammation have been found to be effective for alleviating both acute and chronic cases of pancreatitis. Evening primrose oil is a well-known anti-inflammatory that has been found to be beneficial. It also acts as a preventative, helping to ward off attacks. The recommended dosage for evening primrose oil is 3,000mg a day.

Aloe vera has a double benefit when it comes to treating the condition it not only helps to reduce inflammation within the pancreas but also rebalances digestive juices in the bowel. The recommended dosage is half a cup of aloe vera juice twice a day.

Another nutrient used in the treatment of pancreatitis is Betain: it nourishes the pancreas and helps put a stop to diarrhoea a common symptom (J Gastroenterol Hepatol 1993, 8(1):60-62). It is available in capsule form and can be taken once or twice a day.

Repeat attacks of pancreatitis can cause a vitamin B12 deficiency, which increases the risk of anaemia (Glasbrenner B et al. Klin Wochenschr 1001. 69(4):168-172). For this reason, it is wise to take vitamin B12 in supplement form as a precaution, particularly for those suffering from chronic pancreatitis. The recommended dosage is 100mcg a day.

Supplementing with enzymes gives your digestive system a helping hand

Chronic pancreatitis causes indigestion and insufficient absorption of nutrients from your bowel. Fortunately natural enzymes like bromelain and papain (pineapple extracts) can help. They are able to digest protein inside your bowel and also have the added bonus of reducing inflammation both inside the pancreas and the bowel. The recommended dosage is 1,000mg taken three times a day.

Another supplement that provides substitute enzymes is Creon. It contains protease (an enzyme that helps facilitate the breakdown of proteins), lipase (which helps digest fats), and amylase (which breaks down certain types of carbohydrates, such as starch).

This preparation was found to be useful in improving digestion, reducing nausea and diarrhoea, and improving the overall well-being of patients with chronic pancreatitis (Orv Hetil 1990, 131(5):241-244). Creon is currently available on prescription only, as the dosage is dependent on the severity of your condition and must be determined by a doctor.

Recognise The Warning Signs That Can Signal Pancreatitis

Common symptoms to watch out for include:

Severe pain and swelling in the upper part of your abdomen
Excessive sweating, nausea or vomiting
Fever, mild jaundice and rapid pulse
Diarrhoea, containing undigested fats (called steatorrhoea). In chronic pancreatitis this may result in malnutrition and weight loss.

It is important to consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms. A diagnosis is made based on presenting symptoms and following blood tests. In some cases an abdominal ultrasound may be carried out to check for gallstones and a CAT (computerised axial tomography) scan to detect inflammation or destruction of the pancreas.