Vikrant Kale

What is Pancreas & Its Disease:The pancreas is a narrow, flat gland about six inches long located deep in your abdominal cavity, behind the stomach, and below the liver. It has a head, middle, and tail sections. Its head section connects to the first part of the small intestine. The main function of the pancreas the stores and release powerful enzymes to digest fats, proteins, and carbohydrates and produces hormones. Also, the pancreas helps to maintain normal blood sugar levels. Dr. Vikrant Kale has a special interest in treating pancreatic disorders like Chronic pancreatitis, IgG4 disorders & Pancreatic cancers.Pancreas Disease Treated by Dr. Vikrant Kale :Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas. It occurs when digestive enzymes become activated while still inside your pancreas, causing irritation and injury to pancreatic tissue and leading to inflammation.Pancreatic cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the pancreas. The cancerous cells form malignant tumors, which damage tissue and keep the pancreas from working the way it should.Chronic pancreatitis: Chronic pancreatitis is a progressive illness. In addition to upper abdominal pain, symptoms may include diarrhea and weight loss. As the disease progresses, it causes irreversible damage to the pancreas.Cystic fibrosis: Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that affects the lungs and digestive tract, including the pancreas. It’s usually diagnosed within the first few years of life.Diabetes: Diabetes is a condition in which the pancreas either fails to produce enough insulin or the body can’t use it effectively. Insulin is needed to distribute glucose to cells throughout your body.