What is a white blood cell (WBC) count (sometimes also called leukocyte count or white count), why would your doctor order one, and what is the normal level? Find ... Read More

In 1989, not long after I was first diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC), it was clear that I was losing too much blood. My doctors were desperately trying to improve ... Read More

It's possible that removal of the appendix could decrease the chances of developing ulcerative colitis or increase the risk of developing Crohn's disease. Learn more about how the appendix may ... Read More

Remicade (infliximab) may be helpful in patients with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis (UC) whose disease does not improve with steroids or immunosuppresive drugs. Infliximab is currently used primarily for ... Read More

We learned how prednisone can cause the development of osteoporosis, but did you know it can also cause cataracts? Long-term use or very high doses of prednisone can have a ... Read More

Abdominal pain is a common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In fact, pain is a serious quality of life issue, causing many patients with IBS to miss work, school, ... Read More

Abbott, the makers of Humira (adalimumab), applied to the FDA and the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) for approval of Humira for use in patients with Crohn's disease. Humira is a ... Read More

Zelnorm is a newer drug that is used to treat constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome. Learn more about this drug including side effects, safety during pregnancy, and contraindications.

Did you think you were the only one who had a flare-up of your IBD every fall season? Turns out this is actually pretty common, and it also happens ... Read More