Tag: ulcerative colitis

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What to know about Ally’s Law

People with certain medical conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), sometimes need to use the restroom urgently. This can be difficult if they are out of the house or workplace, as not all businesses have public washrooms. Many states in the United States have passed the Restroom Access Act, also known as Ally’s Law, to […]

Ulcerative colitis: Natural remedies for managing symptoms

Ulcerative colitis is the most common type of inflammatory bowel disease. The symptoms can make even mundane daily activities seem daunting and may affect self-esteem, relationships, and careers. Natural remedies for ulcerative colitis won’t cure inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), but they can reduce inflammation and flare-ups. Ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease are both inflammatory […]

Crohn’s disease: Potential treatment to prevent fibrosis uncovered

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) – which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis – affects around 1.6 million people in the United States. Most people are diagnosed with Crohn’s disease before age 35, and while these life-long conditions can be treated, there is currently no cure. Crohn’s disease is a long-term condition that causes inflammation to […]