Profiles Index
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet
Many people with inflammatory bowel disease and other gastrointestinal disorders have considered trying The Specific Carbohydrate Diet. Is the diet helpful for inflammatory conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis?
Vitamin A and IBD
Vitamin A, or beta-carotene, is a vitamin that is found in many foods and is important for vision and bone creation, but people who have IBD, especially children, may have a vitamin A deficiency.
Vitamin K and IBD
Vitamin K plays an important role in blood clotting and can be found in many green, leafy vegetables, but people who have IBD may have a vitamin K deficiency.
Theoren Fleury
Theo Fleury was diagnosed with Crohn's in 1996, but hasn't let that stop him from continuing his career in the National Hockey League.
Vitamin D and IBD
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that you can get enough of by just going into the sunlight, but people who have IBD may have a vitamin D deficiency.
IBD and Zinc Deficiency
Zinc is an important mineral that is needed for several important body functions. Zinc deficiencies are rare, but they can occur, and people with inflammatory bowel disease are at risk.
David Garrard, Jacksonville Jaguar Quarterback
Jacksonville Jaguar Quarterback David Garrard first experienced symptoms of Crohn’s disease at the end of the 2003 NFL season. In June of 2004, medical therapy failed, and he underwent surgery.
Bowtrol Colon Cleanser
Bowtrol is a dietary supplement that is used as a colon cleanser. Bowtrol is taken to relive constipation and clear the digestive system of toxins and excess fecal matter.
GI Monitor iPhone Application for IBD
GI Monitor is an iPhone application for IBD that helps patients keep track of their symptoms and create reports to email to their doctor.
Colonoscopy Risks
While a colonoscopy is generally a very safe diagnostic procedure, there is still a low amount of risk. Learn about the potential complications and risks of a colonoscopy.
Cimzia Side Effects
The side effects of Cimzia (certolizumab pegol), a TNF-alpha blocker drug that is approved to treat Crohn's disease (a form of IBD).
Bromelain as a Supplement for IBD
Bromelian is an extract created from pineapples that has anti-inflammatory properties. Bromelian has been studied as a supplement for IBD, and especially for ulcerative colitis.
Slippery Elm
Slippery elm has been used for centuries to treat gastrointestinal problems. More recently, it has come under study as a potential supplement for IBD.
Boswellia
Boswellia is an herb with anti-inflammatory properties that has been studied as a supplement for IBD.
Crohn's Toolkit iPhone Application
The Crohn's Toolkit is an iPhone application for people with IBD that offers a variety of tips and tricks to manage life with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
iPhone Application Radiation Passport Helps Monitor Cancer Risk
Radiation Passport is an application for the iPhone that can help people determine the cancer risk associated with medical imaging procedures such as CAT scans, nuclear medicine tests, and even dental x-rays.
Prednisone Side Effects
A list of the side effects of prednisone, a coticosteroid medication that is used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and many other auto-immune conditions.
Anastacia, Singer
Anastacia, award-winning singer, has battled Crohn's disease since the age of 13.
Signs and Symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
The two forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) -- Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis -- are different conditions, but have similar symptoms such as pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding in common.
Herb - Ginger
Ginger has been used to treat nausea and other stomach compaints for thousands of years. Does ginger really work as a digestive aid? Is it safe for everyone to take?
Virtual Colonoscopy
A virtual colonoscopy is a newer test that is less invasive than a traditional colonoscopy, but patients must still prepare by using laxatives to rid the colon of any stool.
Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT)
A fecal occult blood test is used to screen the stool for blood that can not be seen with the naked eye (called occult blood). Blood in the stool can be a symptom of colon cancer.
Complete Blood Cell (CBC) Count
A description of what tests are included in a complete blood cell (CBC) count test that may be ordered by your physician.
Colorectal Surgeon
A colorectal surgeon has a particular interest in diseases of the colon and rectum. To become proficient in the treatment and management of these conditions, a colorectal surgeon must undergo training in both general surgery and advanced training in problems of the lower digestive tract.
Gastroenterologist
A gastroenterologist is an internal medicine physician that specializes in the treatment of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. How much training do these doctors have, and what conditions do they treat?