Certain demographic, clinical, and genetic factors heighten the risk for extraintestinal manifestations (EIMs) with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a study published online March 13 in Gastroenterology.
Apr 17, 2024
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It's happening every day. From our water, our food and even the air we breathe, tiny plastic particles are finding their way into many parts of our body.
Apr 15, 2024
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An electronic sock that detects an unhealthy walking style linked with diabetes and poor circulation shows promise for preventing foot ulcers and amputation. The novel research is set to benefit the many patients with diabetes ...
Apr 8, 2024
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An increased serum level of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D) is independently associated with a lower risk for bowel resection with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a study published online March 25 in the International ...
Apr 4, 2024
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A routine blood test that measures a patient's inflammation levels could improve the early diagnosis and management of a wide range of debilitating autoimmune diseases.
Apr 3, 2024
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Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, which means that it cannot be produced by the body but must be included as part of our diet. People with chronic bowel inflammation consume significantly more tryptophan than healthy ...
Mar 28, 2024
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Mosquitoes are some of the most effective hunters on the planet. They can track you down at great distance by sniffing out the air you breathe.
Mar 22, 2024
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H. pylori is one of the most common disease-causing bacteria. More than half of the world's population have the bacteria in their body; and while in Canada overall prevalence of H. pylori is between 20% and 30%, some groups—including ...
Mar 20, 2024
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A new bioengineered skin model could improve testing of skincare products and lead to better ways to heal damaged skin.
Mar 20, 2024
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The increasing prevalence of diabetes worldwide has led to a rise in diabetic wounds, such as diabetic foot ulcers, which are challenging to treat and can result in amputation. Traditional treatments have limited effectiveness, ...
Mar 18, 2024
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