Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone in the body that is produced by the pineal gland. It has been well known for its role in the sleep cycle but has more recently been shown to function as an antioxidant and as a player in proper immune system functioning.
There is currently a Phase II clinical trial recruiting subjects with ulcerative colitis to test the efficacy of melatonin supplements in lessening symptoms of the disease (1). It is important because previous research in animals...
The definition of colitis is inflammation of the colon. There are many different ways that inflammation can present and manifest itself.... Read more »
I have had ulcerative colitis for years, and it began when I stopped smoking. I have read that there may be an association. I... Read more »
Ten years ago when I was finally diagnosed with UC I was given Asacol, a 5-ASA drug, to get the inflammation in my colon under control.... Read more »
Lou Ann has become a dear friend and her daughter Monica went to school with my husband. Monica had been dealing with ulcerative colitis... Read more »
See Part I of this series for more Q&A from Dr. Eisner The arthritis in my knee has been acting up lately. A rheumatologist... Read more »
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 »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that affects the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum.See also: Crohn's... Read more »
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? A number of infections and other conditions can cause the rectum to become irritated and inflamed, but few of them cause... Read more »
Elizabeth has been living with the symptoms of both IBD and IBS since she was in high school and was finally diagnosed with Colitis in 1998. The... Read more »
A new study suggests that the nicotine found in cigarettes may give short-term relief from the symptoms of ulcerative colitis (UC), though it ... Read more »
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