Can People With Ulcerative Colitis Take Melatonin?
Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that affects the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum.
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Alternative Names
Inflammatory bowel disease - ulcerative colitis; IBD - ulcerative colitis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The cause of ulcerative colitis is unknown. People with this condition have problems with the immune system, but it is not clear whether immune problems cause this illness. Although stress and certain foods...
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Melatonin: A Possible Treatment for Ulcerative Colitis
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Miscellaneous Ulcerative Colitis & 5-ASA Information
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Ulcerative Colitis: A mother's perspective
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Melatonin being studied as IBD treatment
A clinical trial is underway in Great Britain to determine if melatonin supplements can ease ulcerative colitis. Melatonin is a hormone that helps... Read more »
ABC News explores the challenges of ulcerative colitis
For the hundreds of thousands of people suffering from ulcerative colitis, pain can occasionally be easier to deal with than embarrassment. ABC news... Read more »
Study: Ulcerative colitis disrupts lives in many ways
A new U.S. study suggests that people who suffer from ulcerative colitis endure many disruptions to their daily lives because of the condition. Among... Read more »
Ulcerative Colitis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional New or changing symptoms often mean that additional treatment is needed to keep ulcerative colitis under control. For... Read more »
Ulcerative Colitis: Diagnosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
There is no definitive diagnostic test for ulcerative colitis, although findings on biopsy and barium x-rays, as well as appearance during endoscopy... Read more »
Seven Nutrition Tips for Ulcerative Colitis Patients
Variety in Your Diet The temptation for people with Ulcerative Colitis and other bowel disease is to eat a bland diet which is often low in nutritional value. Instead, one should strive for varied diet high in vitamins and minerals while paying...
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