Tag: ulcerative colitis
New At-Home Treatment for Ulcerative Colitis Gets FDA Approval
The FDA has approved Tremfya as the first fully at-home treatment option for moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. This breakthrough allows patients to start therapy with simple injections at home instead of spending hours in infusion centers.
When Your Battle Is Invisible: Understanding Life With IBD
Living with IBD means fighting a daily battle that often remains invisible to others. A recent article sheds light on the unique challenges of inflammatory bowel disease and why greater awareness matters for our community.
The Stress-IBD Connection: What Every Patient Should Know
New expert insights clarify the complex relationship between stress and IBD, explaining how stress can worsen symptoms without actually causing the condition. This understanding has important implications for both diagnosis and treatment approaches.
When IBD Becomes a Family Legacy: The Rosenthals’ Three-Generation Story
The Rosenthal family of Ohio shows how three generations affected by IBD can transform shared struggle into community leadership. Their recognition at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation gala highlights the power of turning personal experience into advocacy that helps others.
New FDA Approval Brings Fresh Hope to IBD Patients
AbbVie’s FDA approval for Rinvoq in IBD treatment offers new hope for patients with moderate to severe Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. This once-daily medication could provide relief for those who haven’t responded well to traditional therapies.
Could Ocean Algae Hold the Key to Better IBD Treatment?
European researchers are exploring how algae’s natural anti-inflammatory compounds might offer a gentler, more sustainable approach to IBD treatment. This groundbreaking research represents a shift toward nature-based solutions that address root causes rather than just managing symptoms.
New IBD Pregnancy Guidelines Bring Hope to Future Moms
New expert guidelines confirm that most women with IBD can have healthy pregnancies and babies. The key is maintaining remission and working with knowledgeable healthcare providers who understand both IBD and pregnancy care.
New Hope: Personalized IBD Treatment Gets Closer to Reality
Groundbreaking research is identifying specific biomarkers and pathways that could transform IBD treatment from trial-and-error to truly personalized care. Here’s what this means for our community and the hope it offers for the future.
New Hope for Treatment-Resistant UC: Breakthrough Shows Promise
New research on VT-004 shows promising results for people with treatment-resistant ulcerative colitis, offering hope for those who haven’t found relief with standard therapies. The phase 2 trial demonstrated both symptom improvement and actual colon healing with a favorable safety profile.
Your Gut Bacteria May Hold the Key to Better Life with IBD
New research reveals that gut bacteria imbalances in IBD patients are linked not just to physical symptoms, but to anxiety, depression, and overall quality of life. This groundbreaking study suggests that supporting your microbiome could be key to thriving with IBD, not just surviving it.
