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    • When Digestive Distress Is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency

    What Is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency?

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      Daily Changes You Can Make

      Make life with EPI easier with smart adjustments to your diet and routine.

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      Treatment Options for EPI

      To treat your exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, your doctor may recommend a mix of enzymes, supplements, and lifestyle changes.

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      Your Pancreas and EPI

      Get an inside look at the way your pancreas works when you have exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.

      Article

      What Is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency?

      You might get this condition when your pancreas doesn’t work like it should to help your body digest food.

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      Could It Be Something Else?

      EPI can be tough to tell apart from other GI diseases, but your doctor can use a few tests that can confirm your diagnosis.

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