By: Kenneth M. Sigman, MD Mention the pancreas to most non-medical people and you will get a questioning stare. Most do not know where it is, its functions or the diseases that can affect it. Mention the pancreas to most

The American Gastroenterology Association has compiled a list of 5 things that both physicians and patients should ask. When you have a lot of questions to ask your physician, plan ahead, so you won't forget what you want to ask.

I had always taken my health for granted. Aside from the occasional flu or sore throat, my visits to the doctor were a breeze. This all changed in July, 2012. I had noticed after visiting the bathroom there was a