The Microbiome Contributes to Irritable Bowel Disease (Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) (both Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis) is associated with debilitating inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. Affecting millions worldwide, IBD disorders have complex origins. Recent research has shone a light on the role of the gut microbiome, the community of microorganisms residing in our intestines, in the pathogenesis of IBD. Understanding how
May 18, 2024