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What are some specific gastrointestinal conditions that can be diagnosed and managed using fecal calprotectin testing?
Calprotectin is a protein released by activated neutrophils, which are immune cells involved in the body's response to inflammation.
03-01-2024 -
Constipation Associated with Cognitive Aging and Decline
Approximately 16% of the world’s population struggles with constipation. That prevalence is even higher among older adults due to age-related factors like fiber-deficient diets, lack of exercise, and the use of certain constipating drugs to treat other medical conditions.
22-09-2023 -
World Alzheimer's Day
World Alzheimer's Day is observed on September 21st every year. It is a global campaign aimed at raising awareness and challenging the stigma surrounding Alzheimer's disease. The day aims to let the people know about the impact of Alzheimer's, support those affected, and promote research efforts to find a cure or effective treatment.
20-09-2023 -
Fecal Calprotectin Combined with Fecal Occult Blood Test Shows Advantages in Diagnosing Digestive Disorders
Gastrointestinal disorders, such as inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer, are prevalent and can have severe consequences if not detected in early stage.
15-09-2023 -
Targeted Monitoring Value of Fecal Calprotectin in the Prognosis of Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the colon and rectum. It is characterized by recurring episodes of inflammation, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding.
13-09-2023 -
7 abnormalities in the body, or excessive intestinal "toxins"
If our body shows these seven typical signals, it may be a sign that our intestines are full of toxins.
11-08-2023 -
Intestinal inflammation affects skin health
Intestinal inflammation is closely related to the skin. The gut is one of the largest immune organs in the body and, like the skin, is an external interface in our bodies. There are hundreds of bacteria and other microorganisms in the gut, which make up the gut microbiota and play a vital role in maintaining our immune system, digestion, absorption of nutrients, etc.
09-08-2023 -
Intestinal tumor prevention
The global population of intestinal tumors is very large, with 1.93 million new cases of colon and rectal cancer and 916,000 deaths in 2020, according to statistics from the World Health Organization (WHO). Intestinal tumors have a significant impact on the health and quality of life of people worldwide.
07-08-2023 -
Don't ignore the gastrointestinal health problems in summer.
There is a peak season for gastrointestinal diseases from June to October each year, with symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, belching, and loss of appetite, which become a hidden burden for those with gastrointestinal discomfort.
12-07-2023