Dr. Prakash K Vin MD

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• Sherman Award Recipients for Crohn's and Colitis Research Contributions

  Photo credit: Diligent Rocket LLCBeginning last year, the Sherman Prize celebrates men and women who have made a big difference for those living with inflammatory bowel disease. Funded by the Bruce and Cynthia Sherman Charitable Foundation, the award is given to exceptional researchers, doctors,...

• Proactive vs. Reactive Care in Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patients

  In recent years, the number of individuals affected with a form of IBD such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis has begun to increase. As the number of patients presenting with the disease increased, physicians and medical researchers are beginning to develop more in-depth research on the...

• Balancing Mental Health and Inflammatory Bowel Disease

  There are several misunderstandings about the relationship between mental health and inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. For instance, individuals who know very little about the diseases believe that emotions, such as tension and nervousness, can actually...

• Is Gluten Sensitivity for Life?

  Gluten sensitivity on any level can usher in a slew of problems for many individuals. Viewed as a rising problem in the world today, more research and options are readily available on this topic. There can be conflicting research out there, as the topic is still being studied more predominantly than...

• Gas, Bloating, and Burping

  Gas, bloating, and burping are normal conditions that are often very uncomfortable and embarrassing. Gas is produced in the gastrointestinal system as the food is digested to form energy. Changes in the diet can definitely cut down the formation of gas and save you from discomfort and embarrassment....

• What Is Dexilant Used For?

  Generic Name: DexlansoprazoleBrand Name: DexilantDexilant is a medication used to decrease the amount of acid the stomach produces. It helps ease symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, heartburn, and irritating cough. Dexlansoprazole belongs to a drug class called proton pump inhibitors...