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I am now 61 and have suffered with chronic constipation for over 20 years. I’ve managed over the years but as of 10 years ago, I’ve used psyillium, miralax, and milk of magnesia as a laxative. Over the past year I’ve noticed that my bowel habits have changed. I complained to my Gastro doc, but […]
Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) for Gastrointestinal Disorders Presented by Anthony Lembo, MD Dr.Anthony Lembo Watch presentation here Presentation Overview Complementary and alternative therapy (CAM) for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is very common around the world. Approximately 35% of the adult population in the United States uses CAM. Although further studies are needed to understand […]
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Anneli’s Personal Story: Facing a Lifetime Battle with Chronic GERD I have suffered from nausea and stomach aches my entire life. But I did not tell anyone about it until 2008. My parents were aware of these symptoms, but it is difficult to really figure out what’s wrong with you when you’re just a child. […]
Below is a list of common medical terms related to IBS. Knowing these medical words can help make the conversations with your healthcare provider easier to understand. Abdomen: area between the chest and the hips that contains the intestinal organs. Acute: temporary. Antidepressants: a group of drugs that, in IBS, may be used to reduce […]
A short bout of abdominal pain and diarrhea or constipation now and then is not unusual. But long-term or recurring symptoms are not normal. They may signal irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) – and are generally treatable. A key to achieving relief for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is the understanding that IBS is a complex motility […]
If your child has fecal or bowel incontinence, you need to see a doctor to determine the cause and treatment. Fecal incontinence can occur in children because of a birth defect or disease, but in most cases it’s because of chronic constipation. How can constipation lead to fecal incontinence? Potty-trained children often get constipated simply […]
The guiding principles in the management of constipation Functional constipation can be successfully managed in most children. The main components of a treatment plan include: Parental education and understanding of the factors at play Maintenance of soft and well lubricated stools Avoidance of the pain associated with the passage of stool by good care of […]
Specialized testing for constipation is typically reserved for patients with chronic constipation that is severe or difficult to treat. All such patients should undergo colonoscopy or barium enema to exclude an anatomic cause as well as the basic series of blood tests to exclude abnormalities that can cause constipation. If these studies are normal, a […]
In Honor of National Gastroparesis Awareness Month Hon. Gwen Moore of Wisconsin in the House of Representatives Thursday, July 9, 2015 Ms. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of Americans affected by gastroparesis, also known as delayed gastric emptying, in observance of National Gastroparesis Awareness Month in August. Gastroparesis is a chronic medical […]
Medications have been shown to be effective in treating chronic constipation in multi-center, high quality clinical trials. These are prescription medications intended for specific use under a healthcare provider’s supervision. Be sure to take any medication as directed. Always tell your health care providers about all the medicines you are taking, including over the counter […]
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What is bloating and distension? Bloating can be described as the feeling that there is an inflated balloon in the abdomen. It is a commonly reported symptom and is sometimes associated with distension, or the visible increase in the width of the area between your hips and chest (abdominal girth). Both bloating and distension cause […]
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Jorge Castto’s Personal Story: Battling Rectal Prolapse, Constipation, and Chronic GI Pain Hi everyone, my name is Jorge and I currently live in north Georgia. About a week ago during one of my frustrations, I stumbled upon this website. And I am just astonished at the story’s and even though I know that GI problems […]