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Should You Exercise If You Have IBD? Created: Friday, May 17, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 17, 2013
In the midst of the fatigue and diarrhea from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), should you continue to try to get daily exercise?
Can I Drink Coffee Before A Colonoscopy? Created: Friday, May 17, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 17, 2013
If you're having a colonoscopy, you will receive instructions from your physician on how to prepare. If you're used to starting your day with a cup of coffee, is that possible the morning of your c...
Incontinence Created: Monday, August 09, 2010 Updated: Friday, May 17, 2013
Bowel incontinence, or fecal soiling, can be a problem for some people who have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
GI Monitor iPhone Application for IBD Created: Tuesday, June 09, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 16, 2013
GI Monitor is an iPhone application for IBD that helps patients keep track of their symptoms and create reports to email to their doctor.
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet Created: Monday, October 04, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 16, 2013
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) is a specialized diet plan formulated as a treatment for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other digestive conditions.
Idiopathic Created: Friday, October 01, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 16, 2013
Idiopathic is a term that refers to a disease with no known cause.
iPhone Bathroom Applications Created: Monday, September 27, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 16, 2013
Having trouble finding clean, usable restrooms while you're away from home? Try these mobile applications that can help you find a bathroom on your iPhone or other mobile device.
Whizzer iPhone Application Created: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 16, 2013
Whizzer is an iPhone application for IBD that helps users to find clean and available restrooms in any location around the world.
Shayne Corson, Left Wing for the Dallas Stars Created: Saturday, February 05, 2005 Updated: Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Shayne Corson, left wing for the Dallas Stars, was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at age 15.
Ulcerative Colitis Disease Activity Index (UCDAI) Created: Thursday, October 07, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The Ulcerative Colitis Disease Activity Index (UCDAI) is a scale used by scientists to better quantify an individual's disease activity during a research study.
Crohn's Disease Activity Index (CDAI) Created: Thursday, January 20, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The Crohn's Disease Activity Index (CDAI) is an objective way for researchers to measure the disease activity in someone who has Crohn's disease (a form of inflammatory bowel disease).
Use Prescription Drug Coupons to Save Money Created: Thursday, November 20, 2003 Updated: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Did you know that pharmaceutical companies routinely offer money saving coupons for their prescription drugs? Learn why drug companies are offering discounts for prescription drugs, and where you c...
Radiation Passport iPhone Application Created: Wednesday, June 10, 2009 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
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 den...
Quick Ways To Clean A Toilet Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Sometimes you have just a few minutes to clean a dirty toilet. Here are some ideas to quickly clean a toilet when you don't have much time.
Packing A Bag For The Hospital Created: Sunday, April 29, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Have you ever gone to the doctor, only to wind up being admitted to the hospital? Be better prepared for an unexpected hospital stay by having a bag packed already.
Remembering to Take Your Medication Created: Tuesday, December 30, 2008 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Taking medication on time can be tricky, especially when we are very unwell or under stress. Learn an easy tip that will help you to take your medications on time every day.
Create an Emergency Bathroom Kit Created: Sunday, November 23, 2008 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Don't get caught unprepared in the middle of an IBD flare. Keep the items you need close at hand when you're traveling or going out.
What Is An Anoscopy? Created: Sunday, April 28, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
An anoscopy is a specialized test that might be used to diagnose conditions and diseases of the anus and rectum, such as hemorrhoids, fistulas, polyps, or tumors.
Bilirubin Created: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Bilirubin is a substance that should be processed and excreted by the body, but in some people it builds up and may cause jaundice.
Abdominal Bloating Created: Sunday, October 28, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Bloating is a common problem that can be caused by anything from eating a large meal to more serious conditions.
Antidiarrheal Medications Created: Wednesday, September 19, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Medications to treat diarrhea can be purchased over-the-counter. But when and how should you use antidiarrhea drugs?
Colonoscopy Created: Friday, May 18, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
A colonoscopy is a type of test that allows a gastroenterologist to see inside the large intestine (colon) and look for signs of disease.
Infection With Basidiobolus Ranarum Created: Thursday, April 26, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
A rare fungal infection of the gastrointestinal tract can mimic cancer or inflammatory bowel disease. Learn more about this emerging infection that has appeared in the United States.
Bowel Sounds Created: Thursday, March 29, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Bowel sounds are an important indicator of healthy intestines. What can cause bowel sounds to slow down or stop altogether?
The Restroom Access Act Created: Wednesday, February 01, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The Restroom Access Act is a law passed in several states which is also sometimes called "Ally's Law." Under Ally's Law, businesses must provide access to an employee-only restroom to those who nee...
Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction Created: Tuesday, October 18, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
An explanation of the condition known as intestinal pseudo-obstruction, which can come on suddenly, or become a chronic condition.
Abdominal Angiogram Created: Friday, August 19, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
An abdominal angiogram is a type of x-ray that helps a physician see the blood vessels in the abdomen. The x-ray film may help find any bleeding or other problems in the blood vessels in the abdomen.
Fecal Bacteriotherapy (FB) Created: Tuesday, August 16, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Fecal bacteriotherapy (FB) or fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is an emerging therapy that is currently being considered as a treatment for ulcerative colitis. FB involves transplanting fecal...
Congenital Lactase Deficiency Created: Thursday, August 04, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
An inherited condition, congenital lactase deficiency is the inability to digest lactose (milk sugar). Congenital lactase deficiency is typically diagnosed in infancy.
Transverse Colon Created: Monday, May 23, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The section of the large intestine (colon) that runs from right to left across the abdomen is called the transverse colon.
Enema Created: Friday, May 13, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
An enema is a liquid that is introduced into the colon through the anus. Enema kits are available over-the-counter, and may be used to clear the bowel prior to surgery or a test (such as a colonosc...
Laxative Created: Tuesday, June 28, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Laxatives are used to treat constipation and are available over-the-counter, but should only be used when other methods have failed.

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