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I'm wondering if blood type O is less vulnerable to COVID-19 than other blood types. I've heard mixed opinions on the matter and I'm looking for some help to clarify the issue. Does anyone have any information on this topic? Are there any studies or research that suggest that people with blood...

I'm wondering if beta thalassemia is a form of hemolytic anemia. I've been researching this condition and it seems like it shares some similar symptoms, but I'm not sure if it's the same thing. Is beta thalassemia a type of hemolytic anemia, or is it something different? I'd really appreciate...

I am wondering if anyone here has any insight into whether the BBC version of Sherlock Holmes is autistic. I recently watched the show and noticed some behavior that made me think he might be on the autism spectrum. I'm not sure if I'm right or not, so I'm hoping someone who knows more can help...

I'm wondering if anyone has any experience with using azithromycin for pancreatitis. Is it an effective treatment option or are there better alternatives? I'm looking for advice from people who have dealt with pancreatitis and/or azithromycin as a treatment.

"Hi everyone, I'm new here and I'm looking for some help. I recently heard about AST and ALT, and from what I understand, they are blood tests used to measure liver function. Does anyone know if AST is more specific than ALT? What are the differences between the two tests? Any advice would be...

I'm looking for help and advice about pancreatic cancer. Has anyone ever been cured of this type of cancer? I'm trying to gain a better understanding of the prognosis for this type of cancer and if there is any hope for those suffering from it. I would really appreciate any information...

"I have been diagnosed with pancreatitis and I'm trying to learn more about the different enzyme treatments available.

I'm concerned about a recent blood test that showed my ALT level at 99. Is this need for concern? I'm not sure what it means or what I should do. Can anyone help explain what this result means and if I should be worried? Any advice or insight would be greatly appreciated.

I'm hoping to get some help from other forum users about the topic of acute pancreatitis being a bacterial infection. I'm trying to understand if this is a possibility and what the symptoms are if it is. Does anyone have any experience with this or know of any resources I can use to better...

I'm considering taking azithromycin for an infection and my doctor prescribed a 3-day course. I've heard some people take a 5-day course. Is 3 days better than 5 days when taking azithromycin? Does anyone have any advice or experience with this? Can anyone tell me the pros and cons of each...

"Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum and I'm wondering if anyone can help me. I'm concerned about my friend who has been diagnosed with pancreatitis. How urgent is this condition and what should we do to help them? I'm looking for any advice or information on the urgency and treatment of...

I'm looking for some help understanding how successful a Whipple procedure is. I've heard of the procedure and know it's a type of surgery, but I'm not sure of its success rate or how it works.

I'm looking for some help about how sensitive CT scans are for detecting chronic pancreatitis. I've heard that they can be a useful tool to diagnose this condition, but I'm not sure how reliable they are. Can anyone provide some insight on this? What are the pros and cons of using a CT scan for...

I'm looking for some help on a subject that I'm not very familiar with - pancreas transplants. I recently read something about them and I'm wondering, how rare are they? Are they only done in extreme cases? Are there any risks associated with the procedure? I would really appreciate any...

I'm looking for help understanding how painful pancreatitis is. I have heard that it can be very painful but don't know much else.

Hello, I'm looking for some advice regarding pancreatic pain. I recently started experiencing pain on my right side that comes and goes. I'm wondering how often this kind of pain usually occurs in people with pancreatic issues? Does anyone have any experience with this? I'd really appreciate any...

Hi everyone, I'm hoping to get some advice from you all about something that I'm researching. I'm trying to figure out how much 2 units of blood would raise hemoglobin levels in a person. Does anyone have any information about this or know of any studies that have been done on the topic? I'd...

I'm really worried about my pancreas. For the past few days, I've been experiencing pain in my abdomen and it seems to be coming from my pancreas. Does anyone else have this same experience? How long does the pain usually last? Are there any treatments or ways to reduce the pain? I'm desperate...

I'm hoping someone can help me out with this. I'm trying to find out how long mass surgery typically lasts. I'm interested in learning about the average duration of mass surgeries, as well as any other helpful information that could be provided.

Hey everyone, I'm hoping somebody can help me out with this question. I recently heard about Whipple surgery and I'm wondering how long it lasts? Does the surgery provide a long-term solution, or will a person need to go through it multiple times? What kind of follow-up care is typically...