Skyrizi for Ulcerative Colitis: What a New Study Found

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of life-long diseases affecting the intestines. The main types of IBD are ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease. More than three million people in the US have been diagnosed with IBD, with about 60% having ulcerative colitis and the remaining 40% with Crohn’s. What’s more, the incidence appears […]

Skyrizi: A Rising Star in Autoimmune System Disorders

Psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis (PsA), and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are three chronic autoimmune system disorders that cause inflammation in different parts of the body. They share common immune system dysfunctions and can sometimes occur together. Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease where the immune system triggers rapid skin cell production, leading to thick, scaly patches […]

Exploring Treatment Pathways for Ulcerative Proctitis

Ulcerative proctitis is a condition that affects the rectum, the final part of the large intestine. It occurs when the rectum becomes inflamed, and ulcers develop. This condition is a form of ulcerative colitis, a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The exact cause of ulcerative proctitis, as well as ulcerative colitis and other types […]

Coming to grips with IBS and GERD

Millions of people across the globe struggle with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and seek relief from its persistent and often debilitating symptoms. This article sheds some light on these conditions and the best ways of handling IBS and GERD, focusing on managing the symptoms and reducing the discomfort levels. Understanding […]

Understanding the causes and symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Answering some basic questions can give a better understanding of the causes and symptoms of IBS. This short Q&A will address the most common questions about what causes IBS, focusing on the main symptoms and how specific lifestyle behaviors can worsen these symptoms. In a similar article, we deal with the most preferred treatments, both […]

Manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) with lifestyle changes and exercise

Many people seek ways to manage bouts of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) with lifestyle changes and exercise in lieu of taking medications. Living with irritable bowel syndrome can be challenging. Still, implementing some reasonably simple strategies makes coping effectively and improving quality of life possible. We can only present a short guide to a few […]

April is IBS Awareness month

Each year in April, International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) promotes IBS Awareness Month. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders, affecting up to ten percent of people worldwide.  IBS is a functional disorder, which means that unlike inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, it […]

Side effects of Motilium

Motilium (generic name: domperidone) is a medication which is used to treat nausea and vomiting and some gastrointestinal problems like gastroparesis, which is the discomfort caused by slow moving stomach contents. The symptoms include being unable to complete a meal, feeling bloated after a meal, suffering loss of appetite, feeling sick and  belching without relief […]