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18 Oct
Commonly Used Drug Might Be New Treatment Option for IBS

Commonly Used Drug Might Be New Treatment Option for IBS

An inexpensive medication long used for depression and migraines now has a clinical trial to back up its off-label use for another condition that lowers quality of life: irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

In the study, British researchers found that those taking amitriptyli...

02 Aug
Surgery May Help Advanced Cancer Patients With Obstructed Bowel

Surgery May Help Advanced Cancer Patients With Obstructed Bowel

Malignant bowel blockages are common in patients who have advanced abdominal tumors, especially cancers of the ovaries or colon, and a new clinical trial suggests surgery should be offered to them sooner rather than later.

"We knew enrolling patients in the hospital with...

07 Jun
What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

People who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) know it is a highly unpleasant chronic condition that can trigger abdominal pain, diarrhea and constipation.

Here, experts will unravel the mysteries of IBS, exploring its causes, symptoms and treatments. And of cours...

01 Mar
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Takes Big Toll on Mental Health

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Takes Big Toll on Mental Health

When Dr. Yezaz Ghouri sees patients with the cramping, abdominal pain and diarrhea that are hallmark symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), he'll typically ask how life's going.

Mo...

20 Jan
Gut Microbiome May Play Role in Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Gut Microbiome May Play Role in Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Researchers believe they have found a link between lower bacterial diversity in the intestine's microbiome and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Normally, "more than 10,000 species of microorganism live in the human intestine,"noted study co-author

08 Dec
Just Being Healthy Might Prevent Many Cases of Crohn's, Colitis

Just Being Healthy Might Prevent Many Cases of Crohn's, Colitis

Folks who follow a handful of healthy habits can dramatically reduce their risk of developing an inflammatory bowel disease, a new study reports.

Adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can prevent up to 60% of cases of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, accord...

24 Nov
Tips for 'Stomaching' the Holidays If You Have IBS

Tips for 'Stomaching' the Holidays If You Have IBS

Stress affects gut health and intensifies pain, which -- for people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) -- can make traveling to see family during the holiday season excruciating.

"People living with IBS often say the holidays are especially stressful, above and beyond t...

05 Oct
Gastro Docs Say 'Trust Your Gut,' Seek Help for Digestive Issues

Gastro Docs Say 'Trust Your Gut,' Seek Help for Digestive Issues

A leading group of U.S. tummy doctors wants Americans to get used to talking about their bowel symptoms, at least with their physicians.

People are hesitant to discuss digestive trouble with a medical professional, with one in three saying they would mention it only if t...

16 Mar
Breathing Dirty Air Could Raise Your Odds for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Breathing Dirty Air Could Raise Your Odds for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Long-term exposure to air pollution can wreak havoc on your lungs and heart, but new research suggests another vulnerability: It may increase your risk of

08 Dec
Gastro Symptoms of Menopause May Vary by Race

Gastro Symptoms of Menopause May Vary by Race

When a woman's periods begin to slow down and finally stop, digestive problems often pick up -- and new research suggests race and ethnicity play a role.

With menopause, levels of estrogen decrease, while cortisol levels increase, triggering an adrenaline boost that chan...

28 Oct
Younger Age Doesn't Boost Survival With Advanced Colon Cancer

Younger Age Doesn't Boost Survival With Advanced Colon Cancer

Younger patients with advanced colon cancer don't live longer than older patients, but it's unclear why, researchers say.

The authors of the new study said they were surprised by the findings, which come as colon cancer rates are on the rise among young Americans.

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06 Oct
1 in 10 People Have Gastro Issues After a Meal

1 in 10 People Have Gastro Issues After a Meal

If you often have a stomachache after eating, you're not alone, a new survey finds. One in 10 people experience frequent meal-related pain.

This includes 13% of women and 9% of men, and is most common in 18- to 28-year-olds (15%), according to an online survey of more th...

29 Sep
New Hope for IBD Patients

New Hope for IBD Patients

A drug previously approved for multiple sclerosis also can treat inflammatory bowel disease in some patients, a new clinical trial reports.

The medication, ozanimod (Zeposia), proved effective in helping patients with ulcerative colitis, sending many into full remission,...