IBD August 2012 Archive

We don't often think of IBD as being funny, but sometimes we can encounter some humorous situations as we navigate the health care system. In some cases, at least for ... Read More

One of the more neglected aspects of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is the emotional impact it has on the people who have it and those that surround them. The big ... Read More

Colorectal surgeons specialize in the treatment of diseases and disorders of the colon and rectum. How much training do these specialists have and how can you find a board-certified surgeon? ... Read More

Much has been made over the last few week about the sense of "entitlement" given off by Olympic athletes from countries such as the United States. Its been said that ... Read More

Evening primrose oil is thought to be beneficial in the treatment of many medical conditions. This complementary therapy may be helpful for premenstrual syndrome, which affects women who have IBD ... Read More

The most recent celebrity to tell the world that he has IBD is one of the young stars of "The Secret Life of the American Teenager," Ken Baumann. The actor, ... Read More

Most of us have our hands full incorporating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) into our everyday lives. But there are some folks who go over and above the everyday, and achieve ... Read More

There's been quite a flurry of news reports about IBD to come out of late. Here's more information about some of the latest information: Bacteria-immune system 'fight' can lead to chronic ... Read More