As changes in gut flora could increase the risk of some chronic diseases, such as inflammatory bowel syndrome, each course of antibiotics may represent a trade - off between short - term benefit and long - term risk. (newscientist.com)
It has also been shown to reduce inflammation in the GI tract, which can help with the digestive symptoms associated with inflammatory bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), such as Crohn's disease and colitis (14). (offers.kettleandfire.com)
Therefore, if your pet has been tested for parasites such as coccidia and giardia and has had blood testing for pancreatitis and all is found normal, you may just walk away with a diagnosis of inflammatory bowel syndrome, put on steroids, and instructed to regulate the poor dog's diet forever. (gofetchboy.com)