The mucosal surfaces that line the body are embedded with defensive molecules that help keep microbes from causing inflammation and infections. Among these molecules are lectins—proteins that ...

"It is important to rule out GI bacterial infections in case of an IBD flare, as they may influence the subsequent course of the disease, requiring an escalation in medication. Patients may benefit ...

About 126,000 people have sought medical attention for diarrhea over the past week, the highest level recorded in five years, ...

Michiganders are urged to take precautions to protect themselves from a parasitic gastrointestinal infection called cyclosporiasis that can cause explosive diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea and ...

Patients who used antibiotics, especially for gastrointestinal (GI) infections, had a higher risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) than those who did not use antibiotics. “While ...

Mucus is more than just a sticky substance: It contains a wealth of powerful molecules called mucins that help to tame microbes and prevent infection. In a new study, MIT researchers have identified ...

The gastrointestinal tract is now recognised as a significant site of SARS-CoV-2 infection and pathogenesis. The angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) receptor, highly expressed on intestinal ...

Recently released data in England shows gastrointestinal infections were the most common type of travel-associated illness in 2024. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said such illnesses are most ...