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10/28/2024
Researchers sought to determine if postmenopausal women treated with hormone replacement therapy would be at higher risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome.
Researchers sought to determine if postmenopausal women treated with hormone replacement therapy would be at higher risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome.
Researchers sought to determine...
10/28/2024
Gastroenterology
News
03/28/2024

Jolynn Tumolo

Jolynn Tumolo
Almost half of those surveyed had not sought medical care for their IBS symptoms during the previous year.
Almost half of those surveyed had not sought medical care for their IBS symptoms during the previous year.
Almost half of those surveyed...
03/28/2024
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
01/02/2024
Dr Ali Rezaie explained the role of microbiome in disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome and its subtypes.
Dr Ali Rezaie explained the role of microbiome in disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome and its subtypes.
Dr Ali Rezaie explained the role...
01/02/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/02/2023
The pandemic may have influenced the results of a national survey, researchers say.
The pandemic may have influenced the results of a national survey, researchers say.
The pandemic may have influenced...
10/02/2023
Gastroenterology
News
05/10/2022
Consultation with a registered dietitian nutritionist can help patients with irritable bowel syndrome to manage their condition, according to a clinical update from the American Gastroenterological Association.
Consultation with a registered dietitian nutritionist can help patients with irritable bowel syndrome to manage their condition, according to a clinical update from the American Gastroenterological Association.
Consultation with a registered...
05/10/2022
Gastroenterology
children & veggies
Quiz
04/08/2022
Which type of diet is the most "patient friendly" for nonconstipated irritable bowel syndrome? Take our quick quiz to find out!
Which type of diet is the most "patient friendly" for nonconstipated irritable bowel syndrome? Take our quick quiz to find out!
Which type of diet is the most...
04/08/2022
Gastroenterology
News
03/21/2022
Low FODMAP and gluten-free diets are also effective but less popular than traditional dietary advice among patients with nonconstipated irritable bowel syndrome, according to research.
Low FODMAP and gluten-free diets are also effective but less popular than traditional dietary advice among patients with nonconstipated irritable bowel syndrome, according to research.
Low FODMAP and gluten-free diets...
03/21/2022
Gastroenterology
News
12/21/2020
The American College of Gastroenterology has developed a clinical guideline for managing irritable bowel syndrome that addresses 25 key questions based on the strength and quality of evidence from medical literature.
The American College of Gastroenterology has developed a clinical guideline for managing irritable bowel syndrome that addresses 25 key questions based on the strength and quality of evidence from medical literature.
The American College of...
12/21/2020
Gastroenterology
News
10/23/2019
Authors of a new study sought to determine whether patients with irritable bowel syndrome could experience symptom relief with fecal microbiota transplantation from a single donor with a favorable microbiota profile. The findings were...
Authors of a new study sought to determine whether patients with irritable bowel syndrome could experience symptom relief with fecal microbiota transplantation from a single donor with a favorable microbiota profile. The findings were...
Authors of a new study sought to...
10/23/2019
Gastroenterology
News
10/16/2019
The authors of a new study evaluated more than 4000 cases of Campylobacter infection to estimate the US incidence of Campylobacter infection–associated postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome.
The authors of a new study evaluated more than 4000 cases of Campylobacter infection to estimate the US incidence of Campylobacter infection–associated postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome.
The authors of a new study...
10/16/2019
Gastroenterology
News
09/24/2019
The American Gastroenterological Association’s guideline applies to the evaluation of patients who are immunocompetent and who have had “watery” diarrhea for at least 4 weeks.
The American Gastroenterological Association’s guideline applies to the evaluation of patients who are immunocompetent and who have had “watery” diarrhea for at least 4 weeks.
The American Gastroenterological...
09/24/2019
Gastroenterology

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News
03/28/2024

Jolynn Tumolo

Jolynn Tumolo
Almost half of those surveyed had not sought medical care for their IBS symptoms during the previous year.
Almost half of those surveyed had not sought medical care for their IBS symptoms during the previous year.
Almost half of those surveyed...
03/28/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/02/2023
The pandemic may have influenced the results of a national survey, researchers say.
The pandemic may have influenced the results of a national survey, researchers say.
The pandemic may have influenced...
10/02/2023
Gastroenterology
News
05/10/2022
Consultation with a registered dietitian nutritionist can help patients with irritable bowel syndrome to manage their condition, according to a clinical update from the American Gastroenterological Association.
Consultation with a registered dietitian nutritionist can help patients with irritable bowel syndrome to manage their condition, according to a clinical update from the American Gastroenterological Association.
Consultation with a registered...
05/10/2022
Gastroenterology
News
03/21/2022
Low FODMAP and gluten-free diets are also effective but less popular than traditional dietary advice among patients with nonconstipated irritable bowel syndrome, according to research.
Low FODMAP and gluten-free diets are also effective but less popular than traditional dietary advice among patients with nonconstipated irritable bowel syndrome, according to research.
Low FODMAP and gluten-free diets...
03/21/2022
Gastroenterology
News
12/21/2020
The American College of Gastroenterology has developed a clinical guideline for managing irritable bowel syndrome that addresses 25 key questions based on the strength and quality of evidence from medical literature.
The American College of Gastroenterology has developed a clinical guideline for managing irritable bowel syndrome that addresses 25 key questions based on the strength and quality of evidence from medical literature.
The American College of...
12/21/2020
Gastroenterology
News
10/23/2019
Authors of a new study sought to determine whether patients with irritable bowel syndrome could experience symptom relief with fecal microbiota transplantation from a single donor with a favorable microbiota profile. The findings were...
Authors of a new study sought to determine whether patients with irritable bowel syndrome could experience symptom relief with fecal microbiota transplantation from a single donor with a favorable microbiota profile. The findings were...
Authors of a new study sought to...
10/23/2019
Gastroenterology
News
10/16/2019
The authors of a new study evaluated more than 4000 cases of Campylobacter infection to estimate the US incidence of Campylobacter infection–associated postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome.
The authors of a new study evaluated more than 4000 cases of Campylobacter infection to estimate the US incidence of Campylobacter infection–associated postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome.
The authors of a new study...
10/16/2019
Gastroenterology
News
09/24/2019
The American Gastroenterological Association’s guideline applies to the evaluation of patients who are immunocompetent and who have had “watery” diarrhea for at least 4 weeks.
The American Gastroenterological Association’s guideline applies to the evaluation of patients who are immunocompetent and who have had “watery” diarrhea for at least 4 weeks.
The American Gastroenterological...
09/24/2019
Gastroenterology
News
09/13/2019
The NHE3 sodium transport inhibitor was approved for use after results from 2 clinical trials showed increased bowel movements and decreased abdominal pain among individuals with IBS-C.
The NHE3 sodium transport inhibitor was approved for use after results from 2 clinical trials showed increased bowel movements and decreased abdominal pain among individuals with IBS-C.
The NHE3 sodium transport...
09/13/2019
Gastroenterology
News
09/10/2019
Sarah Ballou, PhD, answers our questions about her research on the effects of IBS on daily function between disease subtypes, as well as about current IBS management challenges and more.
Sarah Ballou, PhD, answers our questions about her research on the effects of IBS on daily function between disease subtypes, as well as about current IBS management challenges and more.
Sarah Ballou, PhD, answers our...
09/10/2019
Gastroenterology
News
11/18/2024
New study supports earlier colorectal cancer screening, showing similar completion and yield rates for those aged 45 to 49 as for those aged 50.
New study supports earlier colorectal cancer screening, showing similar completion and yield rates for those aged 45 to 49 as for those aged 50.
New study supports earlier...
11/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
11/14/2024
In colonoscopies performed solely for diverticulitis, the CRC prevalence was just 0.17%, the study found.
In colonoscopies performed solely for diverticulitis, the CRC prevalence was just 0.17%, the study found.
In colonoscopies performed...
11/14/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI)...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
New nomenclature shows strong applicability in real-world clinical settings.
New nomenclature shows strong applicability in real-world clinical settings.
New nomenclature shows strong...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Results showed that a lower fibrosis stage (F0–1) was associated with a significantly reduced risk of cirrhosis and liver-related outcomes compared to patients with advanced fibrosis (F4).
Results showed that a lower fibrosis stage (F0–1) was associated with a significantly reduced risk of cirrhosis and liver-related outcomes compared to patients with advanced fibrosis (F4).
Results showed that a lower...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Income level and location drove variations in rates of increase, authors of a retrospective cohort study found.
Income level and location drove variations in rates of increase, authors of a retrospective cohort study found.
Income level and location drove...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/09/2024
Conducting repeat fecal immunochemical tests doubled the detection rates of colorectal cancer and significant bowel disease, researchers reported.
Conducting repeat fecal immunochemical tests doubled the detection rates of colorectal cancer and significant bowel disease, researchers reported.
Conducting repeat fecal...
10/09/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/08/2024
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of...
10/08/2024
Gastroenterology

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children & veggies
Quiz
04/08/2022
Which type of diet is the most "patient friendly" for nonconstipated irritable bowel syndrome? Take our quick quiz to find out!
Which type of diet is the most "patient friendly" for nonconstipated irritable bowel syndrome? Take our quick quiz to find out!
Which type of diet is the most...
04/08/2022
Gastroenterology
Quiz
11/02/2018
Think you know which psychological therapy is most effective in improving daily function among patients with irritable bowel syndrome? Find out by taking our quiz.
Think you know which psychological therapy is most effective in improving daily function among patients with irritable bowel syndrome? Find out by taking our quiz.
Think you know which...
11/02/2018
Gastroenterology
Quiz
10/07/2024
How much do you know about the prevalence of fatty liver disease in the US? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
How much do you know about the prevalence of fatty liver disease in the US? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
How much do you know about the...
10/07/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
02/22/2024
Can nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux be cured? Click here if you know the answer!
Can nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux be cured? Click here if you know the answer!
Can nonerosive gastroesophageal...
02/22/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
02/22/2024
Are men more prone to develop nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux? Or women? Find out with a quick quiz!
Are men more prone to develop nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux? Or women? Find out with a quick quiz!
Are men more prone to develop...
02/22/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
02/13/2024
When compared to general population, did patients with nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux disease have a similar incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma? Take our quick quiz to find out!
When compared to general population, did patients with nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux disease have a similar incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma? Take our quick quiz to find out!
When compared to general...
02/13/2024
Gastroenterology
doc with stethoscope
Poll
01/09/2024
In treating gastrointestinal disorders, do gastroenterologists work better alone or as part of a multidisciplinary team? Answer our poll to understand the approaches better!
In treating gastrointestinal disorders, do gastroenterologists work better alone or as part of a multidisciplinary team? Answer our poll to understand the approaches better!
In treating gastrointestinal...
01/09/2024
Gastroenterology
quiz
Quiz
10/06/2023
Investigators recently looked at whether obesity, smoking, drinking coffee, and other factors may be associated with diverticular disease. Take our quiz to find out what they revealed!
Investigators recently looked at whether obesity, smoking, drinking coffee, and other factors may be associated with diverticular disease. Take our quiz to find out what they revealed!
Investigators recently looked at...
10/06/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
08/16/2023
Researchers have found a combination of two agents to demonstrate superior efficacy and a favorable benefit-risk profile among patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. Take our quiz to find out which combo could improve overall...
Researchers have found a combination of two agents to demonstrate superior efficacy and a favorable benefit-risk profile among patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. Take our quiz to find out which combo could improve overall...
Researchers have found a...
08/16/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
07/27/2023
There’s no upper age limit for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening! But age alone is not the only deciding factor when offering CRC to older patients. What else should be considered?
There’s no upper age limit for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening! But age alone is not the only deciding factor when offering CRC to older patients. What else should be considered?
There’s no upper age limit for...
07/27/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
06/08/2023
The adenoma detection rate is an essential quality indicator for endoscopists performing colonoscopies for colorectal cancer screening as it is associated with postcolonoscopy colorectal cancers. Take our quiz to find out more about this...
The adenoma detection rate is an essential quality indicator for endoscopists performing colonoscopies for colorectal cancer screening as it is associated with postcolonoscopy colorectal cancers. Take our quiz to find out more about this...
The adenoma detection rate is an...
06/08/2023
Gastroenterology
report+obesity
Quiz
05/02/2023
Are the odds of histologic, symptomatic, and endoscopic response to topical corticosteroids among patients with eosinophilic esophagitis associated with weight? Take our quiz to find out!
Are the odds of histologic, symptomatic, and endoscopic response to topical corticosteroids among patients with eosinophilic esophagitis associated with weight? Take our quiz to find out!
Are the odds of histologic,...
05/02/2023
Gastroenterology

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