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April 19th 2024
In recognition of World IBS Day, we spoke with Jeffrey Roberts about what led him to found the holiday in 2019 and took a closer look at the continued marginalization of the condition.
Relaxation Responses for Gastrointestinal Disorders
Relaxation responses physiologic states of deep rest induced by practices such as meditation, yoga, and prayer were reported to positively trigger symptom improvement and gene expression changes within patients afflicted with gastrointestinal disorders like irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease.
Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis: When is Surgery Prudent?
March 11th 2015Americans' low-fiber diets that tend to be rich in red meats put them at risk for diverticulosis, and by age 60, roughly half of Americans have or have had diverticulosis. It's not clear how many patients with diverticulosis go on to develop diverticulitis, but once diverticulitis develops, 10-25% of patients need surgery, often urgently.
2014 Shows Progress in Treatment of Gastrointestinal Issues
December 31st 2014From inflammatory bowel disease to Crohn's disease and everywhere in the gastrointestinal system in between 2014 was a big year for medical breakthroughs and potential future treatments. Here is a look at the top 10 stories.
Diet Low in FODMAPs Reduces Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Modifying diet is one way to try to help patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). In a study reported in Gastroenterology, an Australian research team looked at the effects of lowering fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols (FODMAP) vs. consuming a typical Australian diet.
IBS Care Varies Widely Across the Country
October 22nd 2014Study results show significant regional variations in the types of procedures and tests administered and the number of prescriptions written for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), as well as in the number of emergency department visits and hospital admissions.
Link between Depression, Abnormal Brain Response to Visceral Pain in Patients with IBS
Scientists in Germany have discovered a causal relationship between psychological factors and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) after viewing high rates of anxiety and depression among IBS patients.
Study Identifies Genetic Factors Involved with Early-onset Ulcerative Colitis
A research team with members at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has discovered genetic factors involved in a severe form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBS), pediatric ulcerative colitis.
Scientists Develop ‘Electronic Nose' to Sniff Out C. Difficile Infection
Researchers at the University of Leicester have developed a highly sensitive "electronic-nose" to identify the infectious bacteria Clostridium difficile that causes diarrhea, stomach cramps, and fever in patients.
Gastric Troubles Traced to Pathogenesis in the Gut
In Europe and the United States, more than 3 million people suffer from either Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, and while they are becoming more common diagnoses, the root causes and triggers are not completely clear to researchers.
Can Prebiotics and Probiotics Really Improve Gastrointestinal Health?
June 3rd 2014Prebiotics and probiotics have been discussed frequently in the media for supposedly improving overall health, especially diseases related to the gut. However, the evidence on the efficacy and use of these dietary supplements is rather complicated.
Opioid-induced Constipation Is More Than a Tolerability Issue
Though constipation as a side effect of opioid therapy is generally considered a tolerability issue that can be treated with over-the-counter laxatives, opioid-induced constipation may still lead to serious gastrointestinal complications.