If you follow Major League Baseball (MLB), you’ve probably been inundated with news regarding the current lockout – and concerns over whether the season will begin on time. However, if…
Researchers are consistently looking for ways to deepen their understanding of various conditions, which not only helps with drug development but with patient outcomes. According to Medical XPress, a research…
Crohn’s disease causes inflammation throughout the digestive tract. But what factors influence the severity of this inflammation? Medical XPress describes how a study out of Case Western Reserve University discovered…
It’s no secret that stress can be both psychologically and physically damaging. But how does stress influence the way that our bodies respond to certain conditions? According to Medical XPress,…
Due to plastic pollution, microplastics can now be found -- well, nearly everywhere. Microplastics have been found on beaches and in water supplies, in our foods and in the deepest…
According to a story from express.co.uk, Crohn's disease is the more common form of inflammatory bowel disease; therefore, it is typically associated with symptoms that affect the digestive system and…
The medical term ‘inflammatory bowel disease’ is fairly common. But most people are not familiar with the ‘extra-intestinal manifestations (EIMS)' of IBD. A recent article in the AGA Journals Blog…
If you've ever heard any discussions around the topic of opioids, you probably know that there is a lot of controversy and a similar deal of complexity. However, researchers in…
When it comes to the diagnostic process, many refer to their journey as a "diagnostic odyssey." For those with rare or underserved conditions, diagnosis often requires months - or even…
From July 2-3 and 8-10, 2021, the European Crohn's and Colitis Organisation (ECCO) held its 2021 virtual Annual Congress (ECCO'21). During the Congress, many discussed new research and trends…
Clinical trials are important research tools to help understand the safety, efficacy, and tolerability of potential treatments. According to a news release from July 19, 2021, biotechnology company Prometheus Biosciences,…
According to MedPage Today, new research suggests that adult obesity could increase the risk of developing Crohn's disease. Within the study, researchers evaluated how body mass index (BMI) impacted the…
Towards the end of June 2021, biopharmaceutical company AbbVie shared that Upadacitinib (RINVOQ) reached both its primary and all secondary endpoints in a Phase 3 maintenance study evaluating the therapy…
Yeast can be used in baking, brewing, and fermenting. But could it also be used to treat patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? According to Medical XPress, doctors believe so.…
The gut plays a big role in our bodies, we know that. While some of its roles are obvious, others are still being discovered. In fact, the microbiome of the…
Nobody knew how much of an impact COVID-19 would have when it first appeared on the scene. Now, as of May 20, 2021, the novel coronavirus pandemic has led to…
Currently, there is no cure for Crohn's disease, and treatment options, like surgery, can sometimes be invasive. Additionally, treatments like anti-inflammatory drugs or nutritional supplements treat the symptoms, but not…
In a study published on Hindawi, a team of scientists have discovered that the C-reactive protein to albumin (CAR) ratio can be used to predict the risk of complications following…
According to GlobeNewswire, Tiziana Life Sciences and Parexel Biotech have agreed to collaborate on a Phase 1b/2 trial of foralumab, an oral treatment for Crohn's disease. As previous research has…
According to a story from Sano Genetics, Sano Genetics, BenevolentAI, C4X Discovery, and Patients Know Best expect only the most from their novel collaboration. Together, they are pooling top expertise…
A study recently published in The FASEB Journal and led by Dr. Chiharu Nishiyama from Tokyo University of Science has demonstrated that a compound found in blueberries could serve as a…
For pediatric patients with Crohn's disease, it can be difficult to predict how the condition may progress, as well as whether or not it will respond well to treatment.…
As reported in EMJ Reviews, the world is on alert, being told to wash their hands and keep distance amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. However, patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)…
by Lauren Taylor from In The Cloud Copy Spondyloarthropathies is an umbrella term for a group of chronic diseases that affect the joints. These can affect children and adults and…
A study in the European Medical Journal aims to confirm the safety profile of vedolizumab, a treatment for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Specifically, they focused on acute infusion reactions. It…
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