What can alcohol abuse do to the pancreas?

This article reviews the first prospective RCT on brief interventions for EtOH abuse on alcoholic pancreatitis progression. ... read more

One theory is that the molecules in alcohol interfere with the cells of the pancreas, stopping them working properly. Whatever the cause, there is a clear link between drinking alcohol and acute pancreatitis – and the more alcohol you drink, the higher your risk of developing the condition 3. read more

The pancreas is located in your abdomen, and it has two primary functions: exocrine and endocrine. read more