Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME (IBS)
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AGA Recommendations for Evaluation of Functional Diarrhea and Diarrhea-Predominant IBS in Adults
Based on technical review and expert consensus, a guideline committee put together by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) released official recommendations on the laboratory evaluation of functional diarrhea and diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D) in immunocompetent adults. This report was published in Gastroenterology. Members of the AGA guideline committee and authors of the technical review…
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AGA Releases Updated Guidelines on Diet for Patients With IBS
The American Gastroenterological Association issued a clinical practice update outlining dietary best practices for patients with irritable bowel syndrome.
Explaining How Anxiety Affects IBS to Patients
Patients living with IBS require a full understanding of what triggers and affects their gut in a negative way. What role do stress and anxiety play in IBS development and symptom severity?
Cannabis Use Linked to Lower 30-Day Hospital Readmission in Patients With IBS
Researchers examined the rate of inpatient services in individuals with irritable bowel syndrome who used vs did not use cannabis.
Tenapanor Now Available for Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Constipation
The approval was based on two phase 3 trials which evaluated Ibsrela in over 1200 adults with IBS-C.
Low-FODMAP Diet and CBT for IBS
Authors describe efficacy data on the low-FODMAP-diet and CBT for IBS and factors to consider when personalizing treatment.
Factors Associated With Nonresponse to FMT Identified in IBS
For patients with irritable bowel syndrome, those who are male and/or have low Alistipes levels are more likely to be nonresponders to fecal microbiota transplantation.
PI-IBS Common Following CDI
Investigators assessed the prevalence of postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome following Clostridioides difficile infection.
Symptoms of Psychological Distress Increased During COVID-19 Pandemic in Patients With IBS
Researchers assessed the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on psychological distress and GI symptoms among patients with IBS and comorbid anxiety and/or depression.
Exploring the Low FODMAP Diet in Pediatric Populations
Investigators discuss the current research and need for further study on the effectiveness of the low FODMAP diet in pediatric populations.
Open-Label Placebo Studied in Children With Abdominal Pain, IBS
Open-label placebo may have a beneficial effect for the treatment of functional abdominal pain or irritable bowel syndrome in children and adolescents.
Increased Colonic Permeability in IBS-D With BAD May Lead to Greater Colonic Secretion
Investigators compared mucosal permeability in patients with IBS-D without bile acid diarrhea (BAD) and in those with BAD, as well as with normal healthy volunteers.
Association Between Diet Interventions and Metabolite Patterns in Patients With IBS
Researchers investigated serum and urinary metabolite patterns as a result of certain dietary interventions in patients with irritable bowel syndrome.
Rosacea Linked to Increased Prevalence of Upper GI Disorders
A novel study investigates the relationship between rosacea and GI disorders, particularly those of the upper GI tract.
Prescription Digital Therapeutic Cleared for IBS-Associated Abdominal Pain
Regulora is designed to provide seven 30-minute sessions of remote behavioral therapy based on gut-directed hypnotherapy.
CLE for the Diagnosis of Wheat Sensitivity in IBS
Investigators assessed the specificity and sensitivity of confocal laser endomicroscopy for identifying wheat sensitivity in patients with IBS.
Linaclotide Reduces Abdominal Symptoms Associated With IBS-C
Investigators assessed the efficacy of linaclotide in reducing symptoms of abdominal bloating, discomfort, and pain in patients with IBS-C.
PI-IBS: What to Look For
Given the overall prevalence of irritable bowel syndrome, it is important for clinicians to be able to distinguish postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome from its other subtypes.
Psyllium Increases Colonic Volumes Without Increasing Colonic Gas or Breath Hydrogen
Investigators tested the hypothesis that psyllium can reduce the increase in colonic gas induced by inulin in patients with IBS.
Low FODMAP Diet in IBS
Researchers conducted a meta-analysis to assess the efficacy of a low FODMAP diet in patients with IBS and compared this efficacy with other dietary interventions.
Psychological Therapies for IBS
Given the close relationship between IBS and mental health, the use of psychological modalities represents a growing area of interest in IBS management.
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