Category: Life Stories
Life After Colectomy: New Hope for Crohn’s Disease of the Pouch
New research shows that two biologic medications, ustekinumab and vedolizumab, offer effective treatment options for people who develop Crohn’s disease of the pouch after ulcerative colitis surgery. This gives hope to patients facing this challenging post-surgical complication.
New Hope for Crohn’s: Targeted Therapy Takes Aim at Root Cause
AstraZeneca’s experimental treatment AZD7798 takes a precision approach to Crohn’s disease, targeting specific immune cells that cause gut inflammation rather than suppressing the entire immune system. This targeted therapy could offer new hope for patients seeking effective treatment with fewer side effects.
Hope on the Horizon: New Crohn’s Trial May Change Everything for Kids
AbbVie announces a promising new clinical trial studying Upadacitinib for children and teens with moderate to severe Crohn’s disease. This research could expand treatment options for our youngest IBD warriors who have historically had fewer therapeutic choices than adults.
New Hope: Breakthrough Crohn’s Treatment Shows Promise
New Phase 3 study results show risankizumab offering hope for Crohn’s patients who haven’t responded to anti-TNF therapies. The treatment’s convenient home delivery system is also improving patient confidence and quality of life.
New Crohn’s Treatment Shows Promise for True Healing
New clinical trial results show risankizumab achieving 52% remission rates and actual tissue healing in Crohn’s patients. This breakthrough suggests we may be moving beyond symptom management toward true intestinal repair.
The Hidden Cost of Waiting: Why IBD Diagnosis Delays Matter
New research reveals that delays in IBD diagnosis lead to worse health outcomes, including increased need for surgery and complications. Understanding this connection can help current patients advocate for faster diagnosis and appropriate care.
New Hope: Revolutionary Crohn’s Therapy Enters Clinical Trials
Researchers at the Hudson Institute have developed a groundbreaking therapy for perianal Crohn’s disease using extracellular vesicles that could sidestep the cost and accessibility challenges of traditional stem cell treatments. This innovative approach has entered clinical trials, offering new hope for patients with one of IBD’s most challenging manifestations.
New Hope for Perianal Crohn’s: Upadacitinib Shows Promise
New research shows upadacitinib may offer hope for perianal fistulizing Crohn’s disease, with nearly half of patients achieving clinical remission after 24 weeks. This breakthrough represents meaningful progress for those who haven’t found relief with traditional treatments.
New Entyvio Biosimilar Could Mean Big Savings for IBD Patients
A new partnership aims to bring an Entyvio biosimilar to market, potentially offering IBD patients more affordable access to this important treatment. Here’s what this development could mean for our community and your treatment options.
The Surprising Link Between Crohn’s and Asthma: What You Need to Know
New research reveals a significant link between Crohn’s disease and asthma, with people living with Crohn’s showing higher rates of respiratory symptoms. This connection appears to be rooted in shared inflammatory pathways that affect both the gut and lungs.
