Colitis

Yeast Infection (Candidiasis): Causes, Symptoms and Diagnosis

October 8, 2009

Overview The candida yeast infection is a fungal infection that affects the digestive tract or exterior of the body of both men and women. The fungi become prevalent enough that they cause infections, especially in warm and moist areas. Examples include thrush (mouth and throat), vaginal yeast infections, skin and diaper rash. Candida albicans first [...]

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Q&A: Fasting While Having a Colitis Flare.

September 6, 2009

Q: i’m skinny and having a uc flare (bloody ‘d).  is it okay to fast then?  what would you recommend? A: While fasting might be very beneficial during a UC flare-up: it is of a paramount importance to do that with a proper knowledge and understanding. In fact, for most patients a supervision and guidance [...]

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Patient Beware! What Your Doctor Forgets To Tell You May Save Your Life

August 16, 2009

Most people hold doctors in high esteem. We look up to them, and even sometimes assume they are infallible. While most doctors do have our best interest in mind, there are dangerous exceptions. A recent study has revealed doctor negligence in regards to their patients’ lab or screening tests. The primary care clinicians and their [...]

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Ulcerative Colitis: causes, symptoms, diagnoses and treatments

September 23, 2008

Overview Colitis (also called ulcerative colitis) is associated with bleeding ulcers and inflammation of the mucosa, the inner lining of the colon. The colon also can be called large intestine. Ulcerative colitis occurs in the large intestine. It can start in the rectum (known as ulcerative proctitis), and proliferate gradually throughout the entire colon (known [...]

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