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Tuesday March 16, 2010

Gastrointestinal and liver adverse effects of drugs used for treating IBD

Rogler G et al. – Rare gastrointestinal adverse events are gastritis and peptic ulcers. Paying attention to these potential deleterious side effects is mandatory for physicians treating IBD patients. ... Click Here to Read More
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Overview

What is Crohn's Disease ?

Crohn's disease causes inflammation in the small intestine. Crohn's disease usually occurs in the lower part of the small intestine, but it can affect any part of the digestive tract...

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Diagnosis

How is Crohn's disease diagnosed?

A thorough physical exam and a series of tests may be required to diagnose Crohn's disease. Blood tests may be done to check for anemia, which could indicate bleeding in the intestines...

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Treatment

Drug Therapy for Crohn's Disease

Most people are first treated with drugs containing mesalamine, a substance that helps control inflammation. Sulfasalazine is the most commonly used of these drugs...

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Nutrition

Nutrition Supplementation and Diet Control

The doctor may recommend nutritional supplements, especially for children whose growth has been slowed. Special high-calorie liquid formulas are sometimes used for this purpose...

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Gastrointestinal and liver adverse effects of drugs used for treating IBD...

Vitamain D might fight Crohns disease, says new study...

IBS patients not at increased colon cancer risk...

Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome not more likely to develop polyps, colon cancer...

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Research Related to Crohn's Disease

People who join clinical trials have the first chance to benefit from new approaches. They also make an important contribution to medicine by helping doctors learn more about the disease...

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Links to Organizations and Associations

We've gathered together many internet links to get you to the information you need on Crohn's disease programs, services and research...

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