Lower GI Series: Barium Enema A lower GI series, or barium enema, uses x-rays to diagnose problems in the large intestine, which includes the colon and rectum. The lower GI series may show problems like abnormal growths, ulcers, polyps, diverticuli, and colon cancer. Before taking x-rays of your colon and rectum, the radiologist will put […]
Chronic symptoms for gastroparesis include: Abdominal pain/discomfort – dull to sharp pain in the upper stomach area that occurs inside the belly, often in the stomach or intestines. Nausea– a feeling of sickness felt in the abdomen, stomach, chest, or head with the feeling of needing to vomit. vomiting– bringing food back up from the […]
About Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) IFFGD Events: View all events IFFGD’s Current Surveys *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 […]
About GI Motility 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 […]