Going to a healthcare provider can be stressful, especially if you are sick or worried. You may think that being a “good” patient means simply doing what your healthcare provider tells you. But, staying quiet is not always a good idea. By asking questions and understanding your treatment options, you can share in making decisions […]
Going to the doctor can be stressful, especially if you are sick or worried. You may think that being a “good” patient means simply doing what your doctor tells you. But, staying quiet is not always a good idea. By asking questions and understanding your treatment options, you can share in making decisions with your […]
View the Education Program For the millions of Americans living with the debilitating and sometimes life-threatening symptoms of a chronic gastrointestinal (GI) or motility disorder, the fight for awareness, research into safe and effective treatments, and cures are ongoing. But Members of Congress can help. IFFGD’s Virtual Advocacy Event will be a week long event educating […]
2023 Nancy & Bill Norton Education Series (NES): The Gut Microbiome Its Overall Health and Related Illnesses Watch Now Our YouTube Premiere of this NES: Gut Microbiome Event has been divided into two parts, each designed to provide viewers with in-depth knowledge about the subject. Our aim is to make this content clear and digestible […]
Virtual Advocacy Day: September 26th, 2018 In preparation for National Advocacy Day 2018, we collected letters and pictures from advocates and their family members and friends throughout the month of September. These letters shared the challenges posed by life with a chronic GI disorder and the perspectives of those affected, demonstrating the critical need for […]
Award for Basic/Translational Science Investigator Dr. Levinthal serves as Assistant Professor in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh Department of Medicine and Director of the Neurogastroenterology and Motility Center at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, where he leads an active research program that spans clinical, translational, and basic […]
Cate Wyoming 7th Grade Gastroparesis, Chronic Intestinal Pseudo Obstruction, and Short Bowel Syndrome June 8, 2018 “Mom, get in here now,” Leo screamed. I ran up the stairs behind her and saw my sister, Madeline, having a seizure. My mom’s face was struck with fear and worry. My big sister was shaking uncontrollably. I felt […]
Physician Introduction on Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome-Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome Presented by Thangam Venkatesan, MD Dr. Thangam Venkatesan Watch presentation here Presentation Overview Cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) is a chronic disorder of gut brain interaction (DGBI) diagnosed by clinical criteria called Rome criteria as there are no biomarkers [blood tests or x-ray tests] that can be used to […]
Functional GI and motility disorders, such as functional abdominal pain syndrome or irritable bowel syndrome, are chronic conditions. They affect individuals of all ages, including kids and teens. Back-to-school time can bring up some situations that cause children and parents to feel stress or anxiety. If your child has been diagnosed with one of these […]
Talking to Your Provider About Constipation Print out and complete the questions below When you visit your healthcare provider you will want to know what is wrong, what the physician can do to treat it, and what you can do to better manage it. Your physician will begin by taking a history asking for a […]
News Article
Research Survey Reveals Unmet Needs of People with Gastroparesis Awareness of this digestive condition is critical to improving health for patients For Immediate Release Media Contact Form IFFGD 414-964-1799 MILWAUKEE, WI (August 1, 2017) – Gastroparesis, also called delayed gastric emptying, is a chronic digestive condition where certain symptoms persist or reoccur long-term and the stomach […]
Disorder
Malabsorption refers to decreased intestinal absorption of carbohydrate, protein, fat, minerals or vitamins. There are many symptoms associated with malabsorption. Weight loss, diarrhea, greasy stools (due to high fat content), abdominal bloating and gas are suggestive of malabsorption. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies resulting from malabsorption may cause glossitis (sore tongue), cheilosis (a fissuring and dry […]