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Antibiotic Overuse and Crohn's Disease Risk

If the side effects alone weren't enough, there is now even more reason not to take antibiotics unless they are needed. The overuse of antibiotics has been linked to an increase in antibiotic resistance and now to an increase in IBD, specifically Crohn's disease (1, 2).   It isn't completely clear how the long term use of certain... Read moreChevron
posted 02/16/2011, comments (0)|
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Found in IBD Patients

A recent study in Frontline Gastroenterology indicated that almost one in five patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease met the psychological definition of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) (1). PTSD is generally defined as an anxiety disorder that happens to some people who have experienced or seen a traumatic event. Recently the definition... Read moreChevron
posted 01/27/2011, comments (0)|
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IBD and Cold and Flu Season: Preventing Illness

Cold and flu season is here and often leaves those with compromised immune systems dreading the next illness. Thankfully there are some natural things you can do to boost your immune system and stay healthy!   Though it sounds simple, getting enough rest can be key in maintaining a healthy immune system. Most people need between 7-9 hours... Read moreChevron
posted 01/03/2011, comments (0)|
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IBD and Cold and Flu Season: Staying Well

If you have Inflammatory Bowel Disease you know that catching any extra illness on top of the pain you deal with in daily life can be rough. Unfortunately some of the medications used to treat IBD can make it easier to get sick in the first place. That is why it is very important to follow your doctor's instruction regarding illness... Read moreChevron
posted 12/29/2010, comments (0)|
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IBD vs IBS: What's the Difference?

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) have similar acronyms and sometimes even overlapping symptoms.  This can make it very confusing for patients and doctors trying to get an accurate diagnosis.  Often times patients with IBD are misdiagnosed with IBS before more extensive testing proves otherwise.Irritable... Read moreChevron
posted 10/18/2010, comments (0)|

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