On August 23, 2018 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (WI) submitted an extension of remarks on behalf of the millions of Americans affected by gastroparesis recognizing August as Gastroparesis Awareness Month. Below are her remarks. Statement for the Record Senator Tammy Baldwin (WI) August 23, 2018 Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. President, I would like to call attention […]
What is Hirschsprung’s Disease Children with Hirschsprung’s disease are missing the nerve cells (“ganglion cells”) within the wall of their colon or rectum. These cells are responsible for the normal wave-like motion of the bowel (peristalsis), and when they are missing the stool stops and an obstruction occurs. The length of affected bowel varies, but […]
There are lots of things that affect health and illness. Some you cannot control, but some you can. This article will discuss prevention and management techniques that can help you manage your well-being. Beyond making healthy lifestyle choices, having gastroparesis will likely push you to always be looking for what does and does not help, […]
Here is a list of resources where people with gastroparesis, family members, caregivers, and others can find help or take action on behalf of those affected by gastroparesis. List of Resources IFFGD’s Dietitian Listing It is recommended that anyone with gastroparesis seek dietary counseling with a doctor and Registered Dietician to help individualize nutrition therapy […]
Constipation is a long-term condition that can impair quality of life and well-being. Living with constipation affects not only those who suffer but also many others, especially family members and friends. It also touches on relationships in the classroom, in the workplace, or in social interactions. It takes skills and strengths to deal with a […]
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About Constipation IFFGD Events: View all events COVIDs Impact on GI With the help of patients, caregivers, and our Industry Council, IFFGD has created a survey to gain insight into the impact COVID-19 and the pandemic has had on the Gastrointestinal (GI) Illness population. We hope this will assist healthcare providers, law makers and industry […]
About Incontinence IFFGD Events: View all events COVIDs Impact on GI With the help of patients, caregivers, and our Industry Council, IFFGD has created a survey to gain insight into the impact COVID-19 and the pandemic has had on the Gastrointestinal (GI) Illness population. We hope this will assist healthcare providers, law makers and industry […]
About Kids GI IFFGD Events: View all events *NEW* GERD Survey This survey was developed to help us gain a deeper understanding of what patients experience living with GERD — not just in terms of symptoms, but how it affects day-to-day life, quality of care, and long-term well-being. By sharing your experience, you can help […]
Personal Story
Kayla’s Personal Story: ‘School, friendships, even simple things became overwhelming, and I often felt misunderstood and alone” Hi, I’m Kayla. I’m a young woman, and since I was 14, I’ve dealt with constant stomach pain. It runs in my family, but that didn’t make it any easier—especially when people didn’t take it seriously or thought […]
Personal Story
Geri Larose’s Personal Story: Overcoming Gastroparesis with a Positive Mindset I am a 36 year old female who was diagnosed with Gastroparesis two years ago while completing my final year of graduate school while working full time at a Fortune 500 company reporting to a Chief Executive. During this time period, I experienced my body […]