Let’s face it, constipation is uncomfortable. Constipation not only causes physical discomfort, but it can also be uncomfortable to talk about. Some people deal with chronic constipation for years and never seek help. To help get the conversation on constipation…
Celiac disease may seem like a straightforward condition with one simple rule: Avoid gluten at all costs. But the disease is much more complex than this and many myths about it are still being spread around today. In honor of…
If you're the primary caregiver for an older adult with digestive issues, you know how difficult it can be to navigate. You have to honor their boundaries, while also making sure that their needs are taken care of. Digestive conditions…
As we continue to learn more about the gut-brain axis, it has become increasingly clear that our thoughts can play a role in our gut health. There is an open line of communication between our gut and our brain/nervous system.…
Is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) keeping you up at night? Research suggests that IBS is associated with sleep disturbances and those with IBS may have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Let’s unpack the reasons why IBS may be disturbing…
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P1108 The Benefits of Time Spent in Nature on Symptoms and Quality of Life Among Patients With IBS Author Insight from Katherine Duffey, MD, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital What’s new here and important for clinicians? There is rising interest among patients and…
If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you probably have to deal with friends, family, and even complete strangers constantly sharing the latest “IBS cure” they saw on the internet. While their advice is usually well-meaning, there’s a good chance…
If you have gastrointestinal symptoms, your doctor likely tested you for a variety of digestive conditions. After all the blood tests and various procedures such as an endoscopy, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, or came up negative, you may have been told that…
The large intestine is the final stop on our journey through the digestive system. Let’s look at the role it plays in digestion and discuss some of the conditions that can occur here. Large Intestine Functions of the large intestine…