Immunology
Symbiotic microbe sets immune-cell levels related to colitis
(Medical Xpress)—Humans need microbes and microbes need humans, a symbiotic dance whose steps scientists are just beginning to learn.
Jan 23, 2014
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Colitis
Immunology
Findings bolster fiber's role in colon health
Scientists have more reasons for you to eat fiber and not abuse antibiotics.
Jan 16, 2014
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Other
Salix Pharma will buy Santarus for $2.12 billion
Salix Pharmaceuticals will buy Santarus for about $2.12 billion to add to its roster of drugs.
Nov 7, 2013
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Potential new treatment for colitis
A drug currently on the market to treat leukemia reversed symptoms of colitis in lab tests, according to recently published findings by medical researchers with the University of Alberta.
Oct 23, 2013
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Inflammatory disorders
'Pouchitis' after ulcerative colitis surgery linked to changes in gene expression
"Pouchitis" developing after surgery for ulcerative colitis (UC) is associated with changes in gene expression, which increase along with disease severity, reports a study in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, official journal ...
Oct 10, 2013
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Genetics
Gene variants found associated with human immune system, autoimmune disease
Numerous studies have reported that certain diseases are inherited. But genetics also plays a role in immune response, affecting our ability to stave off disease, according to a team of international researchers. The new ...
Sep 27, 2013
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Health
Can probiotics keep gastrointestinal system healthy?
There's convincing evidence that probiotics can be helpful in maintaining gastrointestinal health in certain situations. But like many natural approaches to maintaining health, there's been a tendency toward generalizing ...
Sep 17, 2013
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Two studies identify potential new drug for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
Vedolizumab, a new intravenous antibody medication, has shown positive results for treating both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, according to researchers at the University of California San Diego, School of Medicine. ...
Aug 21, 2013
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Probiotics do not prevent relapse in Crohn's disease patients
Despite previous data showing beneficial effects, the probiotic Saccharomuces boulardii (S. boulardii) does not prevent clinical relapse in patients with Crohn's disease, according to a new study in Clinical Gastroenterology ...
Aug 14, 2013
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Opening up new pathways for treating inflammatory bowel diseases
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic condition affecting 1 in 250 people in Europe. Current treatment is ineffective for many. However, a team of European scientists has increased understanding of the causes of IBD, ...
Aug 12, 2013
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