Oh and SaS, my offer will always stand if there's any info or experience that I can share.
I know exactly what she's feeling. The sudden pulses of pain causes the muscles around the pancreas to contract. Every contraction causes a reaction in the pancreas and it becomes a continuously worsening cycle. Stopping the pain immediately can change everything.
I waited way too long because of the fear mongering on TV. Once I self educated and jumped thru all the hoops, I could've kicked my own arse for waiting.
I know there are people that are easily addicted and they suffer, would never suggest otherwise. But there's a hell of a lot suffering that are like me and has no ill effects at all.