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    IBD bacteria identified that could mean different treatments

    New research suggests there could be a role for antibiotics for treating Crohn's disease and colitis. Scientists at Yale University have discovered so called bad bacteria that can cause inflammation related to the intestinal disorders. Kathleen Blanchard reports from EmaxHealth.com. Scientists...
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    Consumer Reports' Best Biologic Drug For Crohn's Disease Treatment

    Consumer Reports conducted an independent study that looked at biologic drugs available for Crohn's disease treatment. Based on their analysis, here is what the report says may be your "best buy" for choosing a biologic medication for treating ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease that should...
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    Natural ways that might stop diarrhea from Crohn's disease

    How can you stop diarrhea associated with Crohn's disease other than with prescription medication that can lead to constipation? Here are some natural ways that might help, one of which is downright yummy. Kathleen Blanchard reports from EmaxHealth.com. Don't let diarrhea from Crohn's disease...
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    This protein fixes Crohn's Disease gene

    Amazing new discovery, that was announced several days ago has found a protein that stabilizes another protein involved in Crohn's Disease. Kathleen Blanchard reports from EmaxHealth.com. Researchers say they have identified a protein that stabilizes another protein involved in Crohn's disease...
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    Could this shower bacteria be the first identified cause of Crohn's Disease?

    A bacteria that infects cows and inhaled in domestic showers could trigger Crohn's disease, reports Kathleen Blanchard from EmaxHealth.com. University of Lancaster scientists have found for the first time that inhaling the Map bacteria may contribute to clusters of Crohn's disease. Researchers...
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    Is a cure for Crohn's disease in sight?

    One researcher believes he may have found a cure for Crohn's disease, reports Kathleen Blanchard of EmaxHealth.com. Dr. Saleh Naser of the University of Central Florida (UCF) has devoted the past 18 years trying to find a cure for the disease that affects more than 750,000 Americans. In a...
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    New drug approved could help Crohn's and colitis: How it works

    The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the drug Takeda's Entyvio (vedolizumab) for treating Crohn's disease that could help people living with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease manage symptoms when conventional drug approaches have failed. This story is written by Kathleen...
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    New Target May Treat Crohn's and Colitis

    UT Southwestern cancer researchers have found a new target for helping the colon heal. The finding could mean a new approach for treating inflammatory bowel disease like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, reports Kathleen Blanchard from EmaxHealth.com Role of microRNAs discovered for...
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    Sticky Must Read Valuable Resources for Parents

    Thank you Tesscorm, I hope you son is doing better now. Best wishes to all of you.
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    Sticky Must Read Valuable Resources for Parents

    Regarding resources, parents should sometimes little push their doctors because in a study, published in May 17, 2011 issue of EmaxHealth many gastroenterologists are unaware of appropriate immunizations for IBD patients. Thus, if you visit your doctor next time, ask him/her if your doctor is up...
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