They are hailed as a promising method to restore gut microbiomes, but a study suggests fecal transplants may bring unintended ...

Fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) have been touted as a potential treatment for a variety of conditions, from inflammatory ...

Doctors are tapping into to the emerging field of the gut microbiome to try to treat some diseases differently.

Belly fat can result from hormonal dysregulations, stress, and an obesogenic environment. However, inflammation caused by ...

As such, the department is also testing for Clostridium perfringens, which is a more specific indicator of fecal contamination. The shoreline samples are showing elevated levels of enterococcus, but ...

Future studies will investigate long-term implications of FMT on host metabolism and immune function, and effects on brain ...

Fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) have been touted as a potential treatment for a variety of conditions, from inflammatory ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Toxic megacolon is a serious condition of the large intestine, or colon, that ...

Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a life-threatening bacterial infection causing necrosis of the fascia, underlying skin, and vasculature. NF spreads rapidly, making immediate diagnosis important for ...

Maine's unmatched landscape, enviable seafood scene and laid-back atmosphere make the state a must-visit travel destination. With one of the country's most-visited national parks and inarguably ...