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Can We Treat Diarrhea by Stimulating Na+ Absorption?

Posted on December 30, 2013 by Kristine Novak, PhD, Science Editor

Drugs designed to increase intestinal absorption of sodium might be the best approach for treatment of diarrheal diseases, according to the Advances in Translational Science article in the January issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Acute diarrheal diseases are the second … Continue reading →

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Could Differences in Gut Bacteria Cause IBS?

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Kristine Novak, PhD, Science Editor

The bacteria that reside in the intestines of adults and children with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) differ from those of healthy adults and children, according to 2 studies in the November issue of Gastroenterology. Microorganisms account for 90% of the … Continue reading →

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