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What is Short Bowel Syndrome? Short bowel syndrome (SBS), also known as short gut, is broadly described as a condition in which nutrients are not properly absorbed because a large part of the small bowel is missing. This is most often due to defects existing at birth (congenital), or surgical removal of part of the […]
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Introduction: Common Questions about Short Bowel Syndrome What is short bowel syndrome? Short bowel syndrome (SBS), also known as short gut, is broadly described as a condition in which nutrients are not properly absorbed because a large part of the small bowel is missing. This is most often due to defects existing at birth (congenital), […]
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Acute gastroenteritis, also sometimes called food poisoning, is when the stomach and intestines are infected by a microbe that enters the body through the mouth. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites, among other things. Examples include: It’s important to remember that gastroenteritis can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and sometimes fever. […]
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WATCH NOW! Watch Dr. Adam Stein talk about short bowel syndrome and intestinal failure from a healthcare provider’s perspective. How is SBS Treated? The aims of treatment for SBS are to promote adaptation and get the best use out of the existing bowel, maintain adequate nutritional status, and manage symptoms and complications. Complications can arise […]
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Zoe’s Personal Story: “A wild ride with GERD” Hi, I’ve had a wild ride with GERD and I’m still struggling, but things are getting better, or maybe I’m being too optimistic. It started in 2017 with a case of food poisoning and that seemed to set something off in my stomach and I’ve struggled since. […]
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Michaella’s Personal Story: Coping with Gastroparesis, GERD, and the Mental Struggles That Follow I was diagnosed with gastroparesis and severe GERD about a year ago now. For a year and a half I went undiagnosed. I couldn’t get anything down my throat and was losing weight fast. I was 40 kgs and depressed at life. […]
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Amanda’s Personal Story: Overcoming Lifelong GI Struggles with GERD I am a 24-year-old female. Throughout my childhood I suffered with constant GI problems. My parent’s told me that when I was a baby I could projectile vomit like you would not believe. As long as I could remember, I would throw up almost daily. It […]
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Michaella’s Personal Story: Coping with Gastroparesis, GERD, and the Mental Struggles That Follow I was diagnosed with gastroparesis and severe GERD about a year ago now. For a year and a half I went undiagnosed. I couldn’t get anything down my throat and was losing weight fast. I was 40 kgs and depressed at life. […]
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