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Biologics for IBD: An Essential Guide

Living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis is challenging (ahem…understatement). And navigating the world of IBD medications can be scary and confusing. However, knowing about your treatment options can make things a little easier. One of the big improvements in recent years is the use of biologic medications. In this post, I will explore what these medications are, how they can help, and what you need to know to make the best choices for your…

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The wonderful world of IBD medications

From physician to remission Right now there is no cure for IBD. The main goal then is to find a medication that will put you into remission (heal the lining of your GI tract) and keep you in remission. For some, this will be a relatively straightforward process: you find a med that works and stay on it (“maintenance”). Likely forever. Or until they find a cure for IBD. Or until your body develops a…

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