Welcome to IFFGD
IFFGD is your resource for reliable digestive health knowledge, support, and assistance about functional gastrointestinal (GI) and motility disorders (FGIMDs).
We are a nonprofit started in 1991. Discover information you need on digestive disorders in adults and children.
- troubling signs and symptoms
- what’s causing the discomfort
- how to feel better
►Functional GI and Motility Disorders Explained
- The functional GI disorders
- The motility disorders
- The disorders in kids and teens
- Learn about other GI disorders
- Your digestive system and how it works
Participate in our Gastroparesis Survey Online
We are conducting a survey aimed at identifying ways to better treat and improve daily life for people who have gastroparesis. Open through May 31, 2015. Participate in our confidential gastroparesis online survey.
Participate in an IBS Patient-Physician Relationship
Survey Online
Have you had bad or good experiences being treated for your bowel symptoms by your health care provider? Take part in this confidential online survey aimed at helping providers better meet the needs of their patients.
Or Visit these IFFGD Sites to Learn More About . . .
| Chronic Constipation | aboutConstipation.org |
| Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) | aboutIBS.org |
| Acid Reflux Disease (GERD) | aboutGERD.org |
| Gastroparesis | aboutGastroparesis.org |
| Motility Disorders | aboutgiMotility.org |
| Incontinence, Leakage, or Urgency | aboutIncontinence.org |
| Digestive Disorders in Kids and Teens | aboutKidsGI.org |
| Digestive Health Research | giResearch.org |
| Taking Action for Digestive Health | Digestive Health Alliance (DHA.org) |
Find Answers About Your Digestive Health Needs
There's lots of helpful information in our Library about disorders, research, clinical trials, and more. Over 250 publications include original articles by many leading experts about digestive health topics.
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You can Take Action for Digestive Health
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