According to a recent study in Annals of Allergy, Asthma Immunology, patients with allergies have a significantly greater incidence (over 20%) of Irritable Bowel Syndrome than those without allergies. The lead researcher of the study adds that identifying the allergic triggers, both inhaled and ingested, and applying the appropriate treatment can markedly improve the patient's quality of life in controlling IBS.
Bonnie - IBS is a byproduct of a chronically inflammatory state. While the body ramps up its defenses against substances that it sees as toxic, inflammation rises. The gut is one of the first organ systems to degrade. IBS is an early stage digestive issue which can be treated easier than later stage GI issues like Crohn's.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
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