This article is also available in Spanish. What to do if you notice changes in your bowel control If you see changes in your bowel control, the first step is talking to your doctor. Most people feel uneasy talking about their stool, intestinal gas, or bowel movements. But doctors understand that these are very normal […]
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Bonnie’s Personal Story: “make sure you have a doctor who understands how you feel” My name is Bonnie, I have been suffering from this stomach problem now for 2 years. I live on tpn feeding. Chronic vomiting and nausea 24 7. I had a stimulator put in oct. So far still the same. This gastroparesis […]
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Bonnie’s Personal Story: “make sure you have a doctor who understands how you feel” My name is Bonnie, I have been suffering from this stomach problem now for 2 years. I live on tpn feeding. Chronic vomiting and nausea 24 7. I had a stimulator put in oct. So far still the same. This gastroparesis […]
Introduction Your child has Hirschsprung’s disease. This fact sheet was written to answer some of the questions you may have. We hope the information will help you better understand the disease and its effects on your child. Hirschsprung’s disease is named after the 19th century doctor, Harald Hirschsprung, who first identified it in 1886. Prior […]
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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 […]