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Can nuts and seeds also get stuck in the diverticula and cause inflammation and infection? Although this is theoretically possible, it has never been demonstrated. Total avoidance of nuts and seeds may cause people to miss out on fiber, vitamins, and minerals in these foods. In fact, long-term decreased fiber may be associated with more […]
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Jodi’s Personal Story: Saving a Life – A Journey with Gastroparesis and GERD The unexpected twists and turns of life… It all began for me with a good deed. My sweet, adorable, beloved 6-month-old niece had a terminal liver disease and needed a transplant to survive. I felt called to be her donor…for reasons I […]
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Joan’s Personal Story: IBS After Cancer Treatment God bless you for this site.Sharing with ppl who UNDERSTAND helps! @62, I was dx with very invasive breast cancer.Since I had such fierce cancer, I was given LOTS of VERY strong chemo. One is KNOWN to ruin heart function.But the one that brought me here was one […]
Is Sugar Your Friend or Foe? Emily Haller, MS, RDN Sugar: friend or foe? In this session, Emily Haller, MS, RDN, explores the role of sugar in our diet and its impact on gastrointestinal (GI) health. Emily also explores common sugar intolerances, including sucrose, maltose, and starch digestion issues, as well as conditions like congenital […]
IFFGD’s 2025 Virtual Advocacy & Education Event Watch Now! Saturday, March 15, 2025 Location: Virtual Watch IFFGD’s 2025 Virtual Advocacy & Education Event Whether you are living with a chronic GI condition or you know someone who is, you understand the true impact of these conditions on those affected and the need for greater research […]
2014 Recipient of IFFGD Grant for Research of Idiopathic Gastroparesis Leo Cheng, PhD This episode is hosted by IFFGD’s Hayley McCorkle and features our 2014 Grant Winner Dr. Leo Cheng. Dr. Cheng is a professor and bioengineer in Auckland, New Zealand. His research focuses on using bioengineering techniques to understand what happens in your gut […]
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The goals of treatment for a perianal fistula are the complete closure of the fistula, the elimination of sepsis (if present), the prevention of recurrence, and continence (continued ability to control bowel movements). Combined medical and surgical treatments are used to treat perianal fistulas. Having a multidisciplinary team which includes a gastroenterologist, radiologist, and colorectal […]
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Microbes, such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites, can cause gastrointestinal (GI) infections, sometimes known as stomach bugs. These infections can cause symptoms like fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Adequate and timely treatment is crucial in reducing symptoms, avoiding problems, and promoting a speedy recovery. It is important to understand all your options in […]
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Anonymous Personal Story: “Just know you are not alone” This is in reply to the person who posted about severe anxiety with the GERD. Yes, I do understand. It is a vicious cycle. The anxiety triggers the acid reflux and the acid reflux triggers the anxiety. I’m scheduled for an endoscopy but am terrified of […]
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Anon’s Personal Story: Digestive Pain and the Uncertainty of an IBS Diagnosis Firstly, thank you all for sharing your stories. Two hours into my latest “attack” (we’re in for a long night people) and I feel comfort in knowing that there are others who understand me. I’ve always had problems with my digestion, I remember […]
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Anonymous Personal Story: “Just know you are not alone” This is in reply to the person who posted about severe anxiety with the GERD. Yes, I do understand. It is a vicious cycle. The anxiety triggers the acid reflux and the acid reflux triggers the anxiety. I’m scheduled for an endoscopy but am terrified of […]
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C’s Personal Story: IBS, Numbness, and Painful Symptoms Hi so for the past few years i thought i was suffering with IBS constipation & then diarrhea where before hand was very regular with toileting Now it has come to the point my bottom/bum cheeks feel numb & painful to touch also my legs all way […]