Nicole in Escondido, California said: I have been reading a lot of the posts on this forum about Dental Hygiene careers and see that you all have been having trouble finding jobs all around the US. I didn't see anyone talking about Southern California though.
Pancreatitis is pathologic swelling and inflammation of the pancreas. Your pancreas resides behind your stomach. It secretes enzymes that help you digest food and regulates how your body breaks down sugars. Pancreatitis can come and go quickly, or it can be a chronic problem.
The pancreas is located on the left side of the body, explains John Hopkins University. A section of the organ rests inside the curve of the duodenum while the other part is lodged between the spine and the stomach. A duct links the pancreas to the duodenum. Continue Reading.