Tag: IBD
Silent Liver Warnings: What IBD Patients Need to Know
For IBD patients taking medications that affect liver function, recognizing the subtle early warning signs of liver disease becomes crucial. Learn how to distinguish between typical IBD symptoms and potential liver concerns, and discover why our community’s existing monitoring systems provide a unique advantage in early detection.
PSC and IBD in Kids: When Two Conditions Create New Challenges
New research reveals that children with both IBD and primary sclerosing cholangitis face significantly increased health risks, including 28-fold higher cancer risk. This highlights the critical importance of comprehensive monitoring and specialized care for complex pediatric IBD cases.
New Hope for Kids With UC: Promising Treatment Shows Real Results
New research on mirikizumab shows promising results for children with ulcerative colitis, with meaningful symptom improvement in just 12 weeks and minimal side effects. This targeted treatment represents hope for families seeking safer, more effective options for pediatric UC.
How One Surgeon Changed Colorectal Care Forever
Dr. Steven D. Wexner’s groundbreaking work in colorectal surgery has transformed treatment options for IBD patients, particularly through innovations like the J-pouch procedure. His legacy of combining technical excellence with compassionate care continues to benefit patients worldwide through improved surgical techniques and enhanced quality of life outcomes.
Could Natural Compounds Hold the Key to IBD Healing?
New research on isobutyrate reveals how naturally occurring food compounds might restore gut balance and reduce IBD inflammation. This represents a promising shift toward working with our body’s healing mechanisms rather than just suppressing symptoms.
How Oli Adams Surfs World-Class Waves Without a Large Intestine
Elite surfer Oli Adams proves that living without a large intestine doesn’t limit what’s possible in pursuing your dreams. His journey from chronic illness to world-class surfing offers hope and inspiration for the entire IBD community.
AstraZeneca’s AZD7798: A Promising New Chapter in Crohn’s Care
AstraZeneca’s AZD7798 represents a precision-targeted approach to Crohn’s treatment that could reduce side effects while improving effectiveness. This Phase II trial offers hope for a fundamentally different way of managing IBD inflammation.
Bariatric Surgery May Reduce IBD Complications by One-Third
New Swedish research reveals that bariatric surgery may reduce serious IBD complications by one-third, challenging previous concerns about surgery risks for people with both IBD and obesity. This groundbreaking study suggests that addressing obesity through surgery might actually improve overall IBD management and quality of life.
IBD and Brain Health: What New Dementia Research Means for You
New research reveals a concerning connection between IBD and brain health, showing that chronic gut inflammation may increase dementia risk and accelerate cognitive decline. Here’s what this means for our community and how to protect both your gut and brain health.
New Research Links Red Meat to IBD Risk – What It Means for You
New research reveals how red meat consumption may disrupt gut bacteria and increase inflammation, potentially affecting IBD risk and symptoms. Here’s what this means for our community and how to think about your protein choices.