IBD & Intestinal Disorders
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AGA guideline defines role of biomarkers in ulcerative colitis
In many cases, biomarkers should be considered before pursuing endoscopy or treatment adjustments.
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Gastroparesis referrals often based on misdiagnosis
“Improperly performed GES appears to play a critical role in misdiagnosis” of gastroparesis.
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Large cohort study finds isotretinoin not associated with IBD
The study also evaluated the association of inflammatory bowel disease with oral tetracyclines and with acne itself.
Conference Coverage
Herbal combination tames active UC in small study
Derivatives of an intensely yellow spice and an intensely blue dye combined to resolve active ulcerative colitis in a small randomized trial.
Conference Coverage
Food additives may exacerbate IBD
Emulsifiers and thickeners added to food in processing may contribute to inflammation and changes in gut microbiota.
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Updated celiac disease guideline addresses common clinical questions
The “discussion on the lack of evidence behind gluten-detection devices and probiotic use in celiac disease addresses conversations that come up...
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Two drug classes appear effective for gastroparesis treatment
“There are very few licensed therapies, but some novel drugs are in the pipeline, some existing drugs that are licensed for other conditions could...
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Dietary interventions can support IBD treatment
“The Internet has a dizzying array of diet variants touted to benefit inflammation and IBD, which has led to much confusion among patients, and...
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Can nanotechnology help cure IBD?
“Due to the colonizing property of probiotics in colon tissues, the nanoparticles could be delivered to colon tissues by probiotics and released...
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Blame IBS on gravity intolerance?
The gravity hypothesis is provocative, “but the best thing about it is that it is testable.”