Influence of Light Exposure on Inflammatory Bowel Disease
10.3969/j.issn.1008-7125.2019.01.014
- Author:
Xiwen LIU
1
Author Information
1. Department of Gastroenterology, Digestive Endoscopy Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Circadian Rhythm;
Inflammatory Bowel Disease;
Light Exposure;
Sleep Disorders
- From:
Chinese Journal of Gastroenterology
2019;24(1):58-61
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Light exposure is a very important environmental factor. Increased light exposure may lead to disturbed circadian rhythm or sleep, resulting in dysregulation of the circadian clock gene, secretion of melatonin, intestinal immunity, and bacterial flora, which in turn affect the condition of IBD patients. This article reviewed the effect of light exposure on IBD.
