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It encourages patients to evaluate key physiological changes, such as the improvement of gastrointestinal symptoms, weight stabilization, energy levels, and overall health markers related to fat-soluble vitamin absorption. Emphasizing the importance of honest communication with medical providers, the guide serves as a practical resource for ensuring therapy optimization and improving patient well-being. 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Are my EPI symptoms better or worse?  \nFor example, many people with EPI have oily stools that stick to the walls of the toilet bowl, says Steven D. Freedman, MD, PhD, a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and director of The Pancreas Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, in  \nBoston. Is that improving? Is your gas and bloating less problematic than before? Are you regaining weight?  \n2. Am I downplaying my GI symptoms when I talk to my doctor?  \n“For a lot of medical conditions, it’s a little embarrassing to talk about the symptoms, but that’s why you’re there to see the doctor,” says Chris Forsmark, MD, a professor of medicine at the University of Florida, at Gainsville.“Don’t hold anything back. Bring it all forward.” If you don’t speak honestly, then your doctor won’t be able to accurately assess if your therapy is working—or not working—and can’t help you get better.  \n3. Do I feel stronger?  \nAs PERT takes effect, people often notice an improvement in their muscle mass and function, says Dr. Forsmark. As a result, they feel stronger and more energized, and they can be more active without tiring out.  \n4. Do I feel healthier overall?  \nEPI can lead to deficiencies in fat-soluble vitamins, and PERT can help people boost their levels of these nutrients, says Forsmark.“If their vitamin A level improves, they might notice that their night vision is better,” he says.“If their vitamin E level improves, they may notice their skin feels better and looks better.”  \nFor more information visit [EverydayHealth.com](EverydayHealth.com)","cbCaitIZ6aQpPqQW","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaitIZ6aQpPqQW","pdf",93094,"English","# Questions to Ask Yourself About PERT\n## Evaluating Symptom Improvement\n## Communicating with Your Healthcare Provider\n## Monitoring Physical and Nutritional Progress","[{\"question\":\"What specific GI symptoms should I monitor while on PERT?\",\"answer\":\"You should monitor whether your stools have become less oily, if the frequency of gas and bloating has decreased, and if you are successfully regaining weight.\"},{\"question\":\"Why is it important to be honest with my doctor about my symptoms?\",\"answer\":\"Speaking honestly is essential because it allows your doctor to accurately assess whether your current therapy is working and make necessary adjustments to help you get better.\"},{\"question\":\"How does PERT affect my overall health beyond digestion?\",\"answer\":\"PERT helps restore levels of fat-soluble vitamins, which can lead to improvements in areas like night vision (vitamin A) and skin health (vitamin E), while also increasing your overall muscle strength and energy levels.\"}]","Questions to Ask Yourself About PERT - A Guide for EPI Patients | PDF",1791222678]