Examples of functional gastrointestinal (GI) and motility disorders in children which affect the upper GI tract, from the esophagus to the stomach, include: Aerophagia Dyspepsia Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS) Gastroparesis Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Infant Regurgitation Rumination Syndrome The disorders are primarily characterized by symptom features. No structural abnormality, like an ulcer or infection, can […]
Examples of functional gastrointestinal (GI) and motility disorders in children which affect the lower GI tract – from the small intestine/bowel, to the large intestine/bowel or colon, to the rectum – include: Functional Recurrent Abdominal Pain Bellyaches Infant Dyschezia Functional Constipation Soiling and Functional Fecal Retention Non-retentive Fecal Incontinence Diarrhea Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction Irritable Bowel Syndrome […]
Exercise & GI Symptoms: Can intense exercise lead to GI symptoms? Question I am 43 year-old woman and have been increasing my exercise workout intensity greatly over the past year. At the same time, I started to experience diarrhea and heartburn, and I often have to find a bathroom fast. Could my exercise routine be […]
Personal Story
Dan’s Personal Story: Overcoming Lifelong GI Struggles and GERD Through Functional Medicine I wanted to share my story and offer hope for individuals who are suffering from IBS, Crohn’s, Colitis, Acid Reflux, or any other digestive issues. I was born with gut issues in 1970. The problems started when I was 4 when I would […]