Others may notice an irregular pulse but don't have other symptoms. Mild symptoms of atrial fibrillation may occur immediately. More serious problems may occur after the start of atrial fibrillation and over the course of several days. So it is important to identify symptoms and get treatment as soon as possible.
(Ämâ²É-lÄsâ²) Any of various enzymes that break down starches into their component sugars, such as glucose. Amylase is present in fluid secreted by the pancreas, in saliva in some mammals, and in plants.
Amylase is an enzyme that is normally present only in very low levels in the blood. Amylase, along with other enzymes, is produced by the pancreas to digest carbohydrates. It is released into the duodenum (the first part of the small intestines) in the digestive tract where it assists in food breakdown. Amylase is also produced by other organs in the body, particularly, the salivary glands. When the pancreas or the salivary glands are damaged, more amylase is released into the blood during an initial or acute attack of pancreatitis.