abdominal pain

September 26, 2018

Olorinab Eases Abdominal Pain Associated with Crohn’s Disease in Phase 2a Trial

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Olorinab, an investigational compound being developed by Arena Pharmaceuticals, significantly reduced chronic abdominal pain in patients with Crohn’s disease, according to topline results from a Phase 2a clinical trial. The findings also ... Read more

September 21, 2018September 21, 2018

Compound Derived from American Ginseng Improved Colitis Symptoms in Mouse Study

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Compound K, a byproduct of American ginseng, was seen to reduce bowel inflammation and abdominal pain in a recent study with mice. Ginseng root has been used as a food additive ... Read more

June 5, 2017

Dealing With Abdominal Pain When You Have IBD

For people living with inflammatory bowel disease, abdominal pain can be debilitating and can make their lives miserable. Managing the pain associated with the condition is an integral part of ... Read more

May 15, 2017May 15, 2017

Stress Management Could Help Treat Abdominal Pain in IBD Patients, British Study Suggests

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Managing stress and changing the diets of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) may help mitigate abdominal pain, a British study suggests. The systematic review, “Interventions for abdominal pain management ... Read more

September 30, 2016September 30, 2016

Researchers Identify Fungus as Key Factor in Crohn´s Disease Patients

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For the first time, researchers have identified a fungus to be a key factor in the development of Crohn’s disease (CD) in humans. The fungus also was found working together with ... Read more

October 29, 2015October 29, 2015

Chronic Abdominal Pain Found to Be Linked to Brain Functioning

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In a recent study published in the journal Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience, a research team reported that gastrointestinal disorders are associated with psychological dysfunctions and can be justified by a ... Read more