Ulcerative Colitis: A Peer-to-Peer Perspective
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IBD: Quality of Life Begins to Decline Early in the Disease
Patient Reported Outcomes (PROs) at time of diagnosis of IBD are often lacking. This study helps fill the gap by assessing a group of newly diagnosed patients and finding substantial negative PROs, showing the need for patient monitoring at even the early stages of the disease.
After Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis (IPAA), Inflammatory Conditions of the Pouch Persist
These investigators focused on the management of pouchitis and inflammatory pouch disorders in patients who have ulcerative colitis and have had ileal pouch-anal anastomosis.
For Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, A Warning About Herpes Zoster
Regardless of whether they’re on immunosuppressive therapy, individuals suffering from inflammatory bowel disease have a greater risk for herpes zoster. Now, a new study says, these patients are also at higher risk for complications from HZ.