Focus on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Opioid Overuse in Patients with Functional GI Disorders
Prescribing opioids to patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders--Who does that? And why?
Fecal Microbiota Transplant Shows Efficacy in IBS
Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) improved after fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) in a double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized study. While not definitive, the results suggest that gut dysbiosis may cause or exacerbate IBS in some patients.
New Rome Foundation Criteria for GI Disorders
The Rome Foundation criteria provide evidence-based definitions and classifications for so-called functional gastrointestinal disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The newest version of these criteria, Rome IV, includes revised diagnostic guidelines and definitions of the subtypes of IBS, which have important implications for identifying these disorders and making treatment decisions.
Acute Diarrhea: What You Need to Know
John Kargbo, MD, describes his clinical approach when a patient presents with acute diarrhea, including the conditions you must not miss. Dr. Kargbo is Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Northern Ontario School of Medicine. (2:37)
Persistent Symptoms Are Common After Bariatric Surgery
Gastric bypass surgery has numerous benefits, but it can be accompanied by persistent GI symptoms.
Improving IBS Treatment by Identifying Biomarkers of Abdominal Pain
Biomarkers of abdominal pain may be promising targets of pain relief for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Low FODMAP Diet Improves Symptoms in Women With Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Endometriosis
Endometriosis and IBS have similar symptoms, leading to diagnostic difficulties. IBS and endometriosis may also coexist.
Functional GI Disorders Linked to Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
This study of 2906 individuals from across China assessed the relationship between excessive daytime sleepiness and gastrointestinal disorders.