The study “Diagnostic Timing and Ovarian Cancer Survival in North Carolina” has been published in the latest issue of JAMA Network Open. Led by a team of UNC-Chapel Hill researchers, this study explored the relationship between survival and how quickly patients are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer is hard to diagnose early. Its symptoms, like bloating … Read more
Early life stress may lead to digestive issues later in life, driven by changes in the gut and sympathetic nervous systems, according to a new study published in the journal Gastroenterology. “Our research shows that these stressors can have a real impact on a child’s development and may influence gut issues long-term. Understanding the mechanisms … Read more
Background and objectives Terminal ileum intubation is considered the completion step of colonoscopy and is usually performed to assess the ileum. The histological examination of the ileal mucosa, which is acquired during terminal ileum intubation, may allow an accurate diagnosis. However, there is no absolute consensus on when ileoscopy and biopsy should be attempted. As … Read more
SAN DIEGO — Low fermentable oligo-, di-, and monosaccharides and polyols (FODMAPs) dietary advice has been shown to be effective in easing bloating and abdominal pain, especially in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), but limited availability of dietitians makes delivering this advice challenging. Researchers from Thailand have successfully enlisted a chatbot to help. In … Read more
A research team led by Mount Sinai has uncovered mechanisms of abnormal immune cell function that may lead to Crohn’s disease, according to findings published in Science Immunology on March 21. The researchers said their discovery provides better understanding of disease development and could inform the development and design of new therapies to prevent inflammation … Read more
A new study examines the emerging Oropouche virus, its transmission, symptoms, and preventive measures, highlighting potential risks for travelers. Study: Oropouche virus. Image Credit: CI Photos / Shutterstock.com A recent Canadian Medical Association Journal study provides an overview of the emerging Oropouche virus. Oropouche virus outbreaks Outbreaks of Oropouche virus infections have emerged in the Caribbean, … Read more
Archyde Beyond teh Divide: Rethinking Functional Dyspepsia and Gastroparesis in 2025 Table of Contents 1. Beyond teh Divide: Rethinking Functional Dyspepsia and Gastroparesis in 2025 2. The Blurring Lines of Gut Disorders 3. Symptom Overlap: Where Does One Disorder End and Another Begin? 4. Unraveling the Underlying Mechanisms 5. The Gut Microbiome: A Key Player? … Read more
Functional dyspepsia (FD) and gastroparesis (GP) are gastrointestinal disorders often managed as separate conditions. FD is classified as a disorder of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), characterized by symptoms such as early satiety, postprandial fullness, and epigastric pain without structural abnormalities. In contrast, GP is a neuromuscular disorder diagnosed based on delayed gastric emptying (GE), typically presenting … Read more
Key Takeaways Herpes zoster (HZ) can initially present with pain before the appearance of a rash, leading to diagnostic confusion. Anterior cutaneous nerve entrapment syndrome (ACNES) may be mimicked by other conditions, including HZ. Positive pinch test and Carnett’s sign may indicate abdominal wall neuralgia but do not exclude the possibility of HZ. The Patient … Read more
Michigan Medicine and Cleveland Clinic researchers have found that patients with irritable bowel syndrome were more likely to experience less abdominal pain if they followed a diet guided by the results of a blood test, compared to those who followed a sham elimination diet. The blood test in this study (InFoods IBS, Biomerica) was specifically … Read more