More articles about: Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

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Physicians investigate Reddit to better understand self management of inflammatory bowel disease

Reddit’s popularity as a tool for self managing inflammatory bowel disease highlights opportunities for improvements in clinical care, according to a paper published in Journal of Medical Internet Research.
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Low FODMAP diet improves leaky gut in study

In a new study, patients with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea, or IBS-D, who went on a low FODMAP diet saw an improvement of colonic barrier dysfunction, commonly known as “leaky gut.”
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Research links iron-mediated cell death and inflammatory bowel disease

New basic science insights into programmed cell death could offer relief for inflammatory bowel disease. The University of Michigan study reveals a connection between lipid reactive oxygen species, iron-mediated cell death and IBD.
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How a phone call led Michigan Medicine to become a leader in treating severe ulcerative colitis

Michigan Medicine becomes leader in treating severe ulcerative colitis with JAK inhibitors.
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Psoriasis, Diabetes and Other Inflammatory Conditions

Today on The Fundamentals, we have a conversation with Dr. Sonya Wolf-Fortune, Assistant Professor of Pharmacology, whose work focuses on investigating the underlying mechanisms of psoriasis, diabetes, and other inflammatory conditions. Dr. Wolf-Fortune is trying to uncover what sets off the cascades of inflammation related to these conditions and related diseases.
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Why anti-TNF drugs don’t work for some kids with Crohn's disease

Research from Michigan Medicine investigated possible genetic factors for drug efficacy for children with Crohn’s disease. 
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Potential culprit identified in lingering Crohn’s disease symptoms

A study from University of Michigan researchers may explain why some patients with Crohn’s disease continue to experience symptoms, even in the absence of inflammation.
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All FODMAPs aren’t created equal: working toward alternative diets to manage IBS

Two studies from Michigan Medicine may provide hope for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) struggling to implement the traditional low-FODMAP diet.
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Older adults with digestive diseases experience higher rates of loneliness, depression

Michigan Medicine gastroenterologists and hepatologists find older adults with digestive diseases experience higher rates of loneliness, depression and lower perceived health
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Feeling anxious? Try this breathing technique

Diaphragmatic breathing exercises are an effective tool for mental health and cultivating a healthy brain-gut connection. Dr. Megan Riehl explains and demonstrates the proper technique.
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The Brain-Gut Connection: A Path to Wellness Through GI Hypnosis

The gut-brain axis illustrates the reciprocal nature of our physical health affecting our mental health, and vice versa. Through GI hypnosis, one Michigan Medicine doctor is helping patients navigate the gut-brain connection.
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Cannabis for Treating IBD: Hope or Hype?

For patients with IBD, medical marijuana may be used as a potential therapy to manage symptoms, but it may not work for everyone. A gastroenterologist breaks down what we know so far from studies.