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posted 05/15/2008, comments (0)

Other Conditions to Consider When IBD Symptoms Flare

I have Crohn's Disease and have been doing fairly well of late. My only significant symptom is increased gas and bloating associated with mild diarrhea. My doctor feels that I might have bacterial overgrowth. What is this and what is the treatment? The gastrointestinal tract is not sterile. There are large amounts of bacteria present... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/28/2008, comments (0)

Omega-3 Fatty Acids & Crohn's Disease

Many patients with inflammatory bowel disease, especially Crohn's disease, due to the chronic nature of the disease, as well as the inconvenience, cost and side effects of treatment seek alternative options with supplements. One such supplement is Omega-3 fatty acid. Omega-3 free fatty acids are anti-inflammatory substances found in oily... Read more Chevron

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids & Crohn's Disease

Many patients with inflammatory bowel disease, especially Crohn's disease, due to the chronic nature of the disease, as well as the inconvenience, cost and side effects of treatment seek alternative options with supplements. One such supplement is Omega-3 fatty acid. Omega-3 free fatty acids are anti-inflammatory substances found in oily... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/22/2008, comments (0)

NEW FEATURE: Ask a Question, Get an Answer!

HealthCentral is excited to report that Ask a Question has launched! Ask a Question is a separate site area where you can ask and answer fellow users' questions. You can access the new feature on any page through the "Ask a Question" widget and the new "Ask" drop down in the top navigation. Here's how it works: Ask your question... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/21/2008, comments (0)

Newer Medications for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Treatment: Are they appropriate for you?

I have to take many pills each day. I have heard that there is an extended release version that I may be able to take instead. Is this true? Asacol is composed of mesalamine, an anti-inflammatory specific for the gastrointestinal tract. It is also the major component of other medications used to treat ulcerative colitis and Crohn's... Read more Chevron

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