Category Archives: Colon And Digestive

Appendicitis diagnosis is linked to the presence of pain when travelling over speed bumps. A previous study found, if there’s pain experienced when driving over speed bumps, it signals an increased likelihood of acute appendicitis. Acute appendicitis is the most common surgical abdominal emergency, yet diagnosis can often be difficult. There is no specific test ...click here to read more

Crohn’s disease treatment using probiotic E.coli bacteria shows promise but cannot prevent relapse, according to research. Probiotics have been shown to maintain remission in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), but evidence of success in active disease is minimal. Researchers at Bristol’s School of Veterinary Sciences and School of Clinical Medicine have found that probiotics are not ...click here to read more

Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease that impacts over one million Americans, but as debilitating as it can be, a colitis flare-up can be managed and prevented. When a person has ulcerative colitis, it causes inflammation of the colon, which is the largest section of the large intestine. It is a chronic ...click here to read more

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastrointestinal disease treatment is improved with gut immune system neurons. Researchers from the University of Adelaide found that IBS patients have a defective immune system, which could explain why patients experience ongoing pain. The findings also help explain why painkillers may not be as effective in IBS patients. The study ...click here to read more

Norovirus prevention may be possible with oregano oil and citric acid. Norovirus is highly contagious and often seen in school and cruise ship settings. It can result in vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Although it often goes away on its own, effective preventative measures are yet to be put into place to ensure you don’t ...click here to read more

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) 2016 update: new Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis drug shows promise, while Rhode Island IBD rates continue to rise. Recent clinical trials of the drug Entyvio (vedolizumab) on patients with IBD have shown lower rates of infections, infusion-related reactions, and cancer. Lead researcher Jean-Frédéric Colombel said, “Entyvio is a monoclonal antibody ...click here to read more

Migraines, tension headaches, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) have been found to share a common genetic link. Irritable bowel syndrome is a gastrointestinal disorder that affects nearly 45 million people in the U.S. The exact cause of IBS is still unknown and many patients can go undiagnosed for years. Symptoms of IBS include bloating, diarrhea, ...click here to read more

Gastritis symptoms can include upper abdominal pain, bloating, and nausea. Gastritis can be seen as a group of conditions that mainly have one commonality: the inflammation of the stomach’s lining. There are two main types of gastritis: acute and chronic. In acute gastritis, symptoms are sudden, and in chronic gastritis, symptoms appear over time. Symptoms ...click here to read more

We’ve all experienced it at some point in our lives, whether we had a large meal or ate broccoli and other leafy greens. What are we talking about exactly? Well, stomach bloat, of course. Bloating can occur at any time, but if it happens too often, the discomfort can really take a toll on your ...click here to read more

Fibrosis prevention in Crohn’s disease was found to be possible with new immune cell-related approach. The researchers from the University of Bristol have shown that a protein – IL-13 – could hold the key to the prevention of Crohn’s disease-related fibrosis. A major complication of Crohn’s disease is fibrosis – the hardening and thickening – ...click here to read more

Norovirus outbreak 2016: More reports of the norovirus have come to light including an outbreak at Boynton Beach, Coventry Elementary and Oakfield Primary School. As reported earlier, the Norovirus outbreak started at Chipotle restaurant and spread to the west coast. Other stomach flu outbreaks on cruise ships and a number of educational institutions were also ...click here to read more

Hemorrhoids (piles) can be triggered by pregnancy and constipation, but can be relieved with home remedies and exercise. Hemorrhoids – which are swollen and inflamed veins in the anus and lower rectum – are quite common occurrences, and by the age of 50, nearly half of adults have experienced them at least once. The good ...click here to read more

You know the spiel – eat more fiber! And even though you’re probably trying to achieve that daily norm, you are most likely not getting enough, nevertheless. And, sadly, it’s negatively impacting your health. Fiber is a carbohydrate that comes in two forms: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber dissolves in water. When it enters the ...click here to read more

Blood in stool (rectal bleeding) can be quite scary as it can be an indicator of a slew of health problems. Whenever you notice blood in your stool, you should go see your doctor as it can range in severity from a burst hemorrhoid to internal bleeding. Blood in stool can vary in color depending ...click here to read more