A new study by Case Western Reserve University has suggested that fungi in the intestine could be a potential cause of Crohn’s Disease.
Potential links between fungi and Crohn's Disease
We welcome the findings of this research which gives further evidence as to the role that fungi may play in the cause of Crohn’s disease. Although the sample size of patients within this study is small it has highlighted a potentially interesting area for further research. Crohn’s and Colitis UK are also currently funding work in this important area in order to further advance our worldwide understanding of bacteria and fungi and the role they play in Crohn’s Disease.
Crohn's and Colitis UK are currently funding two research projects looking into fungi and bacteria at the University of Liverpool:
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