Publications Library

Topic: Clinical Corner

1. Fact Sheet: Is There a Health Benefit From High Colonics?

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   By: Thomas Puetz, MD

   Is there a health benefit from high colonics? Are there risks? This article will help you understand how the bowels function and whether or not there is a role for high colonics.

   Topics: Bacteria, gut flora, bowel, CAM, Complementary & Alternative Treatments, Clinical Corner, Constipation, difficult to pass stools, Digestive System, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Treatment
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

2. Fact Sheet: Can Intense Exercise Lead to GI Symptoms?

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   By: Thomas Puetz, MD

   Can exercise be linked to GI symptoms such as diarrhea or heartburn? This article will help you understand how exercise and associated factors can influence the GI tract.

   Topics: Clinical Corner, Diarrhea, loose stools, Diet, Foods, exercise, Heartburn
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

3. Fact Sheet: How Can I Determine if I Received a Thorough Colonoscopy?

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   By: Thomas Puetz, MD

   Colonoscopy is currently our most effective means of reducing the incidence of colon cancer, but only slightly over one-third of eligible persons elect to have a colonoscopy. With the inconvenience and expense of colonoscopy incurred, one should expect and receive a thorough examination. This article outlines some way to ensure that your colonoscopy is performed correctly and thoroughly.

   Topics: Clinical Corner, colonoscopy, Constipation, difficult to pass stools, diagnosis, Diarrhea, loose stools, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Motility, Other Disorders/Symptoms, Tests, lower GI tract, Working with your healthcare provider
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

4. Fact Sheet: Are Osmotic Laxatives Safe?

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   By: Arnold Wald, MD, MACG

   This Clinical Corner article discusses the safety of osmotic laxatives, as well as offering insight into how these products function and how to determine what dosing regimine to use.

   Topics: Clinical Corner, Constipation, difficult to pass stools, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Motility
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

5. Fact Sheet: Is Constipation and Bloating Related to Menstrual Periods?

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   By: Peter J. Whorwell, MD

   This Clinical Corner article discusses how constipation and bloating are affected by menstruation, especially in women with IBS, and offers some tips for controlling the bowel symptoms and the pain.

   Topics: Clinical Corner, Constipation, difficult to pass stools, Gas, Bloating, Belching, Gender, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Lower Abdominal Pain, Pelvic Pain, Pain Management
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

6. Fact Sheet: Is It Safe to Take Loperamide Long Term to Control Diarrhea?

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   By: Peter J. Whorwell, MD

   How safe is it to control diarrhea with loperamide for an indefinite period of time? The information in this fact sheet was adapted from the Clinical Corner Section of Digestive Health Matters, 2009; vol. 18. No. 2. Questions and answers in IFFGD’s Clinical Corner are available free online to IFFGD members.

   Topics: Clinical Corner, Diarrhea, loose stools, Treatment
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

7. Fact Sheet: Can a Probiotic Help to Prevent Travelers Diarrhea?

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   By: Peter J. Whorwell, MD

   Can probiotics prevent traveler’s diarrhea? Can loperamide be taken at the same time as taking a probiotic? The information in this fact sheet was adapted from the Clinical Corner Section of Digestive Health Matters, 2009; vol. 18. No. 2. Questions and answers in IFFGD’s Clinical Corner are available free online to IFFGD members.

   Topics: Clinical Corner, Diarrhea, loose stools
   Non-Member Price: FREE

8. Fact Sheet: Long-term Use of Proton Pump Inhibitor Medication and GERD

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   By: J. Patrick Waring, MD

   Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have been widely used for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) since 1989. These drugs have proven to be highly effective. However, a recently published research study suggests that taking proton pump inhibitors for prolonged periods may increase the risk of developing pneumonia. What does this mean for those who use the drugs?

   Topics: Clinical Corner, GER, GERD, Heartburn
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

9. Fact Sheet: Barrett’s Esophagus and Diet

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   By: J. Patrick Waring, MD

   Patients with Barrett’s esophagus are often confused about dietary recommendations. This Clinical Corner article outlines our current understanding of how certain foods may affect those who suffer from reflux, GERD, or Barrett's esophagus; and gives some general guidelines for eating patterns that may prevent worsening symptoms.

   Topics: Clinical Corner, Diet, Foods, Esophageal Disorders, GER, GERD, Heartburn
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

10. Fact Sheet: Do I Need Another Endoscopy?

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    By: J. Patrick Waring, MD

    This Clinical Corner article explains the current guidelines for how often an endoscopy should be performed in patients with GERD or Barrett's Esophagus.

    Topics: Clinical Corner, Esophageal Disorders, GER, GERD, Tests, upper GI tract, Working with your healthcare provider
    Non-Member Price: $0.99

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