167- (C.Diff) Clostridioides Difficile Infection
Clostridioides difficile or C. difficile is the major cause of infectious colitis and diarrhea in healthcare settings around the world. Infectious colitis is redness, swelling, and inflammation of the colon. (It was formerly known as Clostridium difficile; however, was renamed as after it was reclassified in 2016.)
Constipation: Symptoms, evaluation, causes, and treatment
An overview of constipation from onset to treatment. Learn about constipation including who is most likely to experience it, why, talking to your healthcare provider and options for treatment and lifestyle changes.
Presented during the Nancy and Bill Norton Patient Education Series Event at the University of Michigan Food for Life Kitchen.
IFFGD GERD Reporters Guide
Working with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, IFFGD has sponsored several annual events on the U.S. National Health Observances Calendar. In 1998, we designated the week before Thanksgiving in November as GERD Awareness Week.
GERD is thought to affect an estimated 18 to 28% of Americans, making it the most prevalent gastrointestinal (GI) disorder in the country.
GERD is a condition where stomach contents flow back (reflux) into the esophagus causing troublesome symptoms and/or possible damage to the esophagus. Heartburn and/or regurgitation are common symptoms associated with GERD.
In this guide you will find:
Background information about GERD
Information about the diagnosis and treatment of GERD
Frequently asked questions
A glossary of medical terms
Suggested story angles and reasons for writing about GERD
570-Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia (GAVE)(Watermelon Stomach)
Understanding GAVE and Treatment Options
September 2020 DDHChat Recap
Welcome to our September 2020 #DDHChat Twitter Chat recap on Microbiome & Gut Health with lead host @AndreaHardy (Andrea Hardy, RD).
NES Michigan Program
The International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) along with the University of Michigan Gastrointestinal Department partner with the Food for Life Kitchen for a Norton Education Series event.
NES Michigan Agenda
The International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) along with the University of Michigan Gastrointestinal Department partner with the Food for Life Kitchen for a Norton Education Series event. View the program agenda.
NES Program Michigan 2020
The International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) along with the University of Michigan Gastrointestinal Department partner with the Food for Life Kitchen for a Norton Education Series event. View the event program booklet.
517 – Unexplained Chest Pain: It May Be In the Esophagus
Unexplained chest pain (UCP) located in the mid-chest area behind the breastbone is a common problem. This fact sheet describes the condition and differentiates it from coronary pain.
526-Nonulcer Dyspepsia
This fact sheet describes nonulcer dyspepsia, its causes, symptoms, and treatments, and differentiates it from other forms of dyspepsia.
101 – Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Overview Brochure
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects up to 10–15% of adults. The purposes of this publication are to present information on the symptoms of IBS, the factors that are thought to be associated with their occurrence, and address frequently asked questions. A better understanding of the causes and the various available treatment options will hopefully help individuals to find proper care and deal most effectively with their condition. #101
551-Gastroparesis
Gastroparesis, also called delayed gastric emptying, is a disorder that slows or stops the movement of food from the stomach to the small intestine. This article describes gastroparesis symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
