The gut contains million of bacteria, viruses, fungi and other microscopic living things that are referred to as microbes. Located in an area of the large intestine known as the cecum, many of these microbes are beneficial to the overall health of the body, hence why they are commonly referred to as friendly bacteria. Prebiotics […]
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Approximately 565,000 people in the U.S. have Crohn’s disease. However, many don’t know why they’ve developed the inflammatory bowel condition. But a new study from the Center for Medical Mycology at Case Western Reserve and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center may have identified a cause. The study identified a specific fungus and two bacteria that […]
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A kidney stone is a solid mass of congealed minerals that become lodged in the urinary tract, and not surprisingly, can be incredibly painful. To prevent one from happening, get informed on the top risk factors for kidney stones.
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Abdominal pain is a common reason to visit the doctor, whether in an office or emergency department visit. We look into the top causes of lower right abdominal pain.
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The American College of Gastroenterology’s (ACG) research study suggests a possible overlap of symptoms of two GI disorders: irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It even goes further to suggest that there may be a link between subtle GI tract inflammation and IBS symptoms. An October 22 study found that mesalamine granules, […]
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A new study suggests that the early use of antibiotics may be linked to an increased risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It has previously been widely reported that the rate of children suffering from IBD, a catch-all term that covers a range of serious intestinal conditions such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, has […]
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