Gene associado a distúrbios do cólon

https://stv.tv/news/east-central/1388531-scientists-find-key-gene-in-incurable-bowel-disorders/


Citando:
"The gene, known as MDR1, governs an important extractor system for toxins in the gut, removing damaging substances from intestinal cells, scientists said.
A research team, led by the University of Edinburgh, showed that MDR1 function was lower in people with inflamed IBD compared with those without inflammation.


Experts then showed that mice without MDR1 had faulty mitochondria, parts of the cell known as "batteries", which play a vital role in energy generation and cell health.
This mitochondrial dysfunction then resulted in colitis, inflammation of the inner lining of the bowel - a defining feature of IBD."

Síndrome do cólon irritável - 5 factos

http://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/777600/irritable-bowel-syndrome-IBS-symptoms-bowel-five-myths

E diferença para a doença:
"Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) includes Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis. 
IBD is characterised by the presence of inflammation in the intestine whereas IBS is caused by the dysfunction of the digestive track. IBS does not turn into IBD, but it is possible to have both conditions."