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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
IBS affects up to 5-10% of individuals worldwide and affects children and adults of both genders. Although IBS does not shorten a person’s life span, it is associated with a large health care and economic burden. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder in which people have reoccurring issues with abdominal discomfort or pain that […]
Living your BEST IBS Life: Practical Tools to Beat the Battle with your Bowels
An overview of tools and information to help empower irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients. Learn ways to partner with your healthcare provider and make the most of your GI visits. In addition, receive information on treatment options including diet, medication, supplements, and more.
Presented during the Nancy and Bill Norton Patient Education Series Event at the University of Michigan Food for Life Kitchen.
Patient Story FAPS and IBS C
An illness experience story from IFFGD advocate and registered dietitian, Erin Slater. Learn about Erin’s journey from symptom onset, to diagnosis, and finally treatment.
Presented during the Nancy and Bill Norton Patient Education Series Event at the University of Michigan Food for Life Kitchen.
440-FGIMDs and the Military Service Member
There is an old Civil War saying, “It takes good guts to be a soldier.” While this was most likely an adage that described the grit and bravery required to be a warfighter, it also described the chronic bowel problems the service member faced from poor nutrition and uninhabitable living conditions. However, this adage also applies to the present day where there are a number of common chronic gastrointestinal (GI) disorders which today’s service members may experience. At the top of the list are functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGID) such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), functional dyspepsia, functional constipation, and functional abdominal pain syndrome (FAPS). While these disorders occur frequently in the civilian population, there are some unique aspects that can affect the active service member and veteran.
Supplements for IBS: What is the Evidence?
Presented by William D. Chey MD during IFFGD’s 2020 Virtual Advocacy Education Program.
275 – Common Questions About Pain in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Chronic pain is the dominant symptom experienced by people who see a doctor for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This shortened version of IFFGD article Understanding and Managing Pain in IBS, by Douglas Drossman, MD reviews how pain is expressed in individuals with IBS and why and what can be done about it.
101 – Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Overview Brochure
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects up to 10–15% of adults. The purposes of this publication are to present information on the symptoms of IBS, the factors that are thought to be associated with their occurrence, and address frequently asked questions. A better understanding of the causes and the various available treatment options will hopefully help individuals to find proper care and deal most effectively with their condition. #101
846-Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in Children
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorder, meaning it is a problem caused by changes in how the GI tract works. This article discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of IBS in children.
147-Personal Daily Diary (IBS)
By keeping a detailed record of stool consistency, frequency, continence, pain, diet, medication, emotional status and exercise, a clearer understanding may start to emerge for you and/or your physician to determine the best treatment options available to you.
Use this Personal Daily Diary for 2–4 weeks to help you get the most out of your next doctor visit.
274 – Understanding and Managing Pain in IBS
Pain, by definition, is the dominant symptom experienced by patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The aim of this publication is to help those affected understand why and how pain in IBS occurs, and how it can be confidently managed.
IBS in the Real World Survey
IFFGD was founded in 1991 in response to a lack of awareness, understanding and treatment options for people suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), fecal incontinence and gastrointestinal disorders.
