Study finds fecal microbiota transplantation to be cost effective treatment for any recurrent C. difficile infection

by University of Minnesota Medical SchoolCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResearch recently published inClinical Infectious Diseasesfrom the University of Minnesota Medical School has

Updated on: April 11,2024

Study finds fecal microbiota transplantation to be cost effective treatment for any recurrent C. difficile infection

by University of Minnesota Medical SchoolCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResearch recently published inClinical Infectious Diseasesfrom the University of Minnesota Medical School has

Updated on:April 11,2024

What Causes Stomach Discomfort?

What Causes Stomach Discomfort?ByAngelica BottaroUpdated on January 06, 2024Medically reviewed byKarina Tolentino, RDStomach discomfort can be caused by a variety of health con

Updated on: March 26,2024

What Causes Stomach Discomfort?

What Causes Stomach Discomfort?ByAngelica BottaroUpdated on January 06, 2024Medically reviewed byKarina Tolentino, RDStomach discomfort can be caused by a variety of health con

Updated on:March 26,2024

Antibiotics' effect on the mycobiome found to vary from person to person

by American Society for MicrobiologyDynamic of the mycobiota characteristics in 22 healthy individuals during a 2-week period. (A) Fungal species relative abundances at 1-week apart time points f

Updated on: June 06,2024

Antibiotics' effect on the mycobiome found to vary from person to person

by American Society for MicrobiologyDynamic of the mycobiota characteristics in 22 healthy individuals during a 2-week period. (A) Fungal species relative abundances at 1-week apart time points f

Updated on:June 06,2024

Is a gluten-free diet right for you?

Chances are you know at least one person who's given up eating gluten. Maybe you've even given it up yourself. But who can really benefit from a gluten-free diet?"Gluten is one of the mai

Updated on: December 26,2023

Is a gluten-free diet right for you?

Chances are you know at least one person who's given up eating gluten. Maybe you've even given it up yourself. But who can really benefit from a gluten-free diet?"Gluten is one of the mai

Updated on:December 26,2023

Study finds significant variation in anatomy of human guts

by Matt Shipman,North Carolina State UniversityNew research finds there is significant variation in the anatomy of the human digestive system, with pronounced differences possible between health

Updated on: April 11,2024

Study finds significant variation in anatomy of human guts

by Matt Shipman,North Carolina State UniversityNew research finds there is significant variation in the anatomy of the human digestive system, with pronounced differences possible between health

Updated on:April 11,2024

Malnutrition often seen in patients treated for inflammatory bowel disease

by Lori SolomonSome patients seen in an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) clinic screen positive for malnutrition, according to a research letter published online Nov. 20 inGastro Hep Advances.Aa

Updated on: March 20,2024

Malnutrition often seen in patients treated for inflammatory bowel disease

by Lori SolomonSome patients seen in an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) clinic screen positive for malnutrition, according to a research letter published online Nov. 20 inGastro Hep Advances.Aa

Updated on:March 20,2024

Researchers announce findings from landmark clinical trial for pediatric Crohn's disease

by University of North Carolina Health CareHigh magnification micrograph of Crohn's disease. Biopsy of esophagus. H&E stain. Credit: Nephron/WikipediaCrohn's disease is a lifelong inf

Updated on: April 03,2024

Researchers announce findings from landmark clinical trial for pediatric Crohn's disease

by University of North Carolina Health CareHigh magnification micrograph of Crohn's disease. Biopsy of esophagus. H&E stain. Credit: Nephron/WikipediaCrohn's disease is a lifelong inf

Updated on:April 03,2024

Residue from rinse agents used in commercial dishwashers found to destroy protective layer in gut

by University of ZurichDose-dependent cytotoxicity in Caco-2 cells in response to professional dishwasher detergent and rinse aid. A, Cytotoxicity of monolayer-cultured Caco-2 cells treated with

Updated on: May 23,2024

Residue from rinse agents used in commercial dishwashers found to destroy protective layer in gut

by University of ZurichDose-dependent cytotoxicity in Caco-2 cells in response to professional dishwasher detergent and rinse aid. A, Cytotoxicity of monolayer-cultured Caco-2 cells treated with

Updated on:May 23,2024

Crohn's disease: Preserving inflammation-free phases

by Technical University MunichSmall intestinal crypts of Crohn´s disease patients. Credit: Prof. Dirk Haller / TUMCrohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the intestine that, in

Updated on: June 03,2024

Crohn's disease: Preserving inflammation-free phases

by Technical University MunichSmall intestinal crypts of Crohn´s disease patients. Credit: Prof. Dirk Haller / TUMCrohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the intestine that, in

Updated on:June 03,2024

Traveler's diarrhea: Symptoms & how to get relief

by Sue Benzuly, RNA bout of traveler's diarrhea can really put a damper on your vacation.Here, experts break down what traveler'sdiarrheais, including its causes, symptoms and trea

Updated on: May 29,2024

Traveler's diarrhea: Symptoms & how to get relief

by Sue Benzuly, RNA bout of traveler's diarrhea can really put a damper on your vacation.Here, experts break down what traveler'sdiarrheais, including its causes, symptoms and trea

Updated on:May 29,2024

FDA approves first pill for fecal transplant therapy

by Cara MurezThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved the first pill form of fecal microbiota—similar to what's known as fecal transplant therapy—to treat the bacterial infectio

Updated on: February 21,2024

FDA approves first pill for fecal transplant therapy

by Cara MurezThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved the first pill form of fecal microbiota—similar to what's known as fecal transplant therapy—to treat the bacterial infectio

Updated on:February 21,2024

First comprehensive medical guideline on management of pouchitis released

byAmerican Gastroenterological AssociationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has released the first comprehensive evidence-based guideline on the

Updated on: December 30,2023

First comprehensive medical guideline on management of pouchitis released

byAmerican Gastroenterological AssociationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has released the first comprehensive evidence-based guideline on the

Updated on:December 30,2023