According to the TMZ website, the Blink-182 drummer was hospitalized yesterday morning.
Musician Travis Barker, who recently married influencer Kourtney Kardashian, was admitted to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, United States, yesterday morning, 28. According to TMZ, the hospitalization was motivated by pancreatitis. .
The disease is inflammation of the pancreas, as explained by the digestive surgeon Gustavo Patury. “It is usually associated with gallstones. The stones end up in the common bile duct, the duct that carries bile, disrupting the flow of pancreatic secretions, where inflammation occurs, “says Gustavo.
What are the causes of pancreatitis?
Alcohol consumption can be a major cause of the disease. In addition to alcohol, smoking and the use of certain medications can also have a negative influence.
“The indiscriminate use of corticosteroids and antibiotics can cause pancreatitis. In the last two years, covid has also presented itself as a problem, both as a consequence of the disease itself and as a consequence of the use of drugs to treat it,” says Gustavo.
What are the main symptoms?
The main symptoms of the disease are severe pain in the upper belly which usually goes to the back, a lot of swelling, abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and diarrhea. Diagnosis is made through a blood test and a CT scan.
Can it lead to death?
Severe acute pancreatitis can cause dehydration and low blood pressure. The heart, lungs or kidneys can fail. If bleeding occurs in the pancreas, shock and even death can follow.
How is the treatment carried out?
The surgeon Gustavo explains that the treatment is not simple. “There is no specific drug for the treatment of pancreatitis,” says the doctor. Treatment begins with a pancreatic fast, in which the patient cannot drink or eat anything, as everything he ingests increases the production of enzymes that cause inflammation. In addition, medications are given to control pain and fight infections, in some cases pancreatic surgery is required.
How to prevent?
The first step is a balanced life. “A regular diet, a diet rich in fiber, moderate use of alcohol, avoid smoking and self-medication”, guides the specialist.
Source: Terra
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