Intermittent fasting for pancreatitis
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether intermittent fasting (going without food for certain periods) can help people with recurrent or chronic pancreatitis. It may reduce inflammation and improve digestion.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 to 80 years old.
- You must have had at least 2 separate episodes of pancreatitis (stomach pain with high enzyme levels).
- You must have chronic pancreatitis changes seen on imaging (CT or MRI).
- You must have pancreatic exocrine insufficiency (low stool elastase, meaning poor digestion).
- You cannot have diabetes, be on beta blockers, or have certain conditions like insulinoma or glycogen storage disease.
- You cannot have alcohol- or gallstone-induced pancreatitis.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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