Your digestive system: separating fact from fiction Aug 16, 2010
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) doesn't lead to other serious diseases, such as cancer. IBS causes gas, abdominal pain and diarrhea or constipation, or both. (WSFA.com, AL)
Health Benefits of Wild Yam (Diosco... Aug 13, 2010
Helps reduce irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms ... The herb is used to relieve period pain and symptoms, , irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), indigestion, , arthritis and gallstone pain. (Suite101.com)
Healing Foods for Irritable Bowel S... Aug 10, 2010
These healing foods that can help with IBS include pomegranates and squash ... All of which have been proven in medical studies to help with IBS and its symptoms ... Some examples of dark leafy greens that work well for IBS include dandelion greens, arugula, kale, mustard greens, spinach, collard greens and Swiss chard. (Suite101.com)
Scientists Target Possible Cause of One Form of Bowel Disease Aug 3, 2010
Scientists say that trying to generate glutamine in the disordered bowel by silencing this RNA segment could open up a whole new way of thinking about treating the diarrhea-predominant type of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In the meantime, they are making plans to conduct a clinical trial to see if glutamine supplements could also reduce common IBS symptoms ... About a third of IBS patients have the diarrhea-predominant type, another third experience consistent constipation, and the rest... (Science Daily)
How to Treat Indigestion Effectivel... Jul 29, 2010
There is a strong possibility of developing peptic ulcer, IBS and gastritis over a period of time. Read on. (Suite101.com)
Brain Structure Changes Found in Irritable Bowel Patients Jul 29, 2010
Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS -- which can cause pain and discomfort in the abdomen, along with constipation, diarrhea, or both -- affects about 15 percent of the U.S. population, mainly women. Among those in the medical field, IBS is currently considered a "functional" syndrome (the digestive tract is not working properly), rather than an "organic" disorder (which would involve structural organ changes) ... "Discovering structural changes in the brain, whether they are primary or secondary... (MEDLINEplus)
Structural Brain Alterations in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome Discovered Jul 24, 2010
ScienceDaily (July 23, 2010) A large academic study has demonstrated structural changes in specific brain regions in female patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the abdomen, along with diarrhea, constipation or both ... The findings show that IBS is associated with both decreases and increases in grey matter density in key areas of the brain involved in attention, emotion regulation, pain inhibition and the processing of visceral... (Science Daily)
Study finds structural brain alterations in patients with irritable bowel syndrome Jul 23, 2010
Findings suggest IBS similar to other pain disorders. This MRI image demonstrates structural brain changes between patients who characterized IBS symptoms primarily as pain, compared with non-painful discomfort ... A large academic study has demonstrated structural changes in specific brain regions in female patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the abdomen, along with diarrhea, constipation or both. (EurekAlert!)
Create a Digestive Health Herb Gard... Jul 19, 2010
Create a Digestive Health Herb Garden. Create a Digestive Health Herb Garden. (Suite101.com)
Health Tip: Taming Irritable Bowels Jul 13, 2010
(HealthDay News) -- If you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you know how discomforting it can be. Sometimes it's so disabling that you're unable to work, go to social events, or even travel short distances. (MEDLINEplus)
9 condiments that are good for you Jul 5, 2010
Acrylamide, a potentially carcinogenic compound, forms in carb-rich foods when heated above 250F. "By incorporating 1 tablespoon of dried rosemary for each pound of flour, we reduced acrylamide by more than 50 percent," says Leif Skibsted, PhD, a professor of food chemistry at the University of Copenhagen ... Sauerkraut is full of probiotic bacteria such as Lactobacillus plantarum (L. plantarum) that can help relieve the gas, stomach distension, and discomfort associated with irritable bowl... (MSNBC -- Health)
Writing may help calm gastric trouble Jun 29, 2010
Researchers from the Boston University School of Medicine enrolled 103 people in a pilot study to see if so-called expressive writing could help people with IBS and found patients did report improvements after such writing ... "In this exploratory study, expressive writing improved IBS disease severity and cognition in subjects with longer-term duration of the disease," researcher Albena Halpert wrote in the study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology ... "A large,... (India Times, India)
Homeopathy to Help Treat Anal Fissu... Jun 24, 2010
Find out how to use homeopathy to help treat IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). These homeopathic medicines include argentum nitricum and nux vomica. (Suite101.com)
Salix seeks another FDA approval Jun 9, 2010
Phase III clinical trials results released last month showed that 550 mg doses of Xifaxan eased or relieved the abdominal pain and bloating of IBS, which affects about 15 percent of U.S. adults. Salix develops and sells drugs that treat a variety of digestive system disorders. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
How to Treat a Hard Bloated Stomach Jun 5, 2010
Medical conditions such as lactose intolerance and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can also induce a hard bloated stomach. There also certain type of foods that tend to increases the chance of getting stomach bloating. (Suite101.com)
Antibiotic Prevents Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms for Weeks After Final Dose May 8, 2010
Rifaximin is the first drug treatment for IBS that relieves symptoms while it's being administered and continues to benefit patients after they stop taking the drug ... Researchers found that patients who took rifaximin not only experienced relief of their IBS symptoms, including specific symptoms of bloating, abdominal pain and stool consistency, while they were taking the antibiotic, but also that their relief was sustained over the 10 week follow-up period when no antibiotic was administered... (Science Daily)
New Genetic Candidates for Irritable Bowel Syndrome May 7, 2010
Now a Mayo Clinic research team has identified a number of genetic variants in serotonin genes that impact irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. The findings are being presented at Digestive Disease Week 2010 in New Orleans on May 4 ... IBS is one of the most common chronic disorders of the digestive tract ... "It's been known that some drugs that alter serotonin levels in the body also have an effect on motility, thus prompting IBS-like symptoms, but the genetic and molecular mechanism for IBS was... (Science Daily)
Behavioral Therapy Aids Irritable Bowels May 6, 2010
The findings bolster evidence that "talk therapy" also called cognitive behavioral therapy is effective for some people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) ... The study found that of 71 adults randomly assigned to receive cognitive behavioral therapy for IBS, 30 percent were rapid responders ... "We've known that (cognitive behavioral therapy) is a very promising treatment for IBS," said lead researcher Dr. Jeffrey M. Lackner, of the State University of New York at Buffalo. (Newsmax)
Salix poised for higher opening after strong clinical trial May 4, 2010
IBS, which affects about 15 percent of adults in the United States, is characterized by abdominal pain, bloating and altered bowel habits. Reporter e-mail: cbaysden@bizjournals. (Triangle Business Journal)
Community focus, 5-2 May 4, 2010
The seminar, given by Gary Ditson, DC, focused on the treatment of several common issues among patients such as sciatic pain, hypertension, asthma, sinusitis, vertigo, headaches, IBS, weight management, and smoking cessation. Each treatment discussed was treatable by Acupuncture to different parts of the ear. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
AGA presents cutting-edge research during DDW May 1, 2010
Major Advances in IBS. L. Chang (10:29 a.m.). Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Challenges and Horizons. (EurekAlert!)
Non-medical treatment may rapidly relieve severe IBS symptoms Apr 27, 2010
A significant proportion of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients treated with cognitive behavior therapy have a positive response within four weeks of treatment, according to a new study in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute. "Patients who quickly achieve treatment gains for example, IBS symptom relief may be spared the cost and inconvenience of follow-up care of little therapeutic value. This... (EurekAlert!)
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Natural Remedies for Irritable Bowe... Apr 11, 2010
Home treatments are frequently just as effective as medications prescribed to treat the symptoms of IBS, and they don't have serious side effects. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is characterized by digestive problems including abdominal pain, bloating, alternating constipation and diarrhea, nausea, stress, and poor nutrient absorption ... Diagnosis of IBS depends on ruling out other disorders with similar symptoms, such as celiac disease, Chron s disease, , ulcerative colitis, colon cancer, and... (Suite101.com)
'Old treatments' better for IBS Apr 3, 2010
Old treatments' better for IBS ... Guidelines on IBS should be updated in light of the findings, the researchers say in the British Medical Journal ... Between 5% and 20% of the population is estimated to suffer from IBS which is characterised by abdominal pain and an irregular bowel habit. (BBC News)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients' Families More Prone to Symptoms Too Apr 1, 2010
IBS patients' families more prone to symptoms too: MedlinePlus ... IBS patients' families more prone to symptoms too ... NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) does seem to run in families, a new study by Mayo Clinic researchers shows. (MEDLINEplus)
Shift Work Linked to Irritable Bowel Syndrome Mar 30, 2010
FRIDAY, March 26 (HealthDay News) -- Shift work increases the risk for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), new research shows ... "These are the same symptoms of IBS." ... In a study involving 399 nurses, she and her colleagues found that those doing shift work -- especially rotating shifts -- were significantly more likely to develop IBS and abdominal pain than were those who worked a standard daytime schedule. (MEDLINEplus)
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Mar 25, 2010
Understanding the causes of IBS ... Understanding the causes of IBS ... If you experience discomfort that feels like a stomach ache and if you experience this symptom for at least three days a month in the past three months, then you are likely suffering from irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. Other symptoms include relief upon defecation, change in frequency of bowel movement, bloating, and passage of mucus with your stool. (Suite101.com)
Health Tip: Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Mar 23, 2010
Health Tip: Symptoms of IBS: MedlinePlus ... Health Tip: Symptoms of IBS ... (HealthDay News) -- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) describes a host of conditions that cause the bowel's nerves and muscles to function abnormally. (MEDLINEplus)
Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome Not More Likely to Develop Polyps, Colon Cancer Mar 23, 2010
"Patients and doctors get nervous about the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)," says William D. Chey, M.D., professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School ... "This study should reassure doctors and patients that typical IBS symptoms are not indicators of a more serious disease," he adds ... IBS symptoms include recurrent episodes of abdominal pain or cramping in connection with altered bowel habits. (Science Daily)
Colonoscopy Not Needed for Most with Irritable Bowel Syndrome Mar 19, 2010
WEDNESDAY, March 17 (HealthDay News) -- People with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) aren't at increased risk for polyps, colon cancer or inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn's disease and, in most cases, don't require a colonoscopy, U.S. researchers say. Symptoms of IBS, which affects 10 percent to 20 percent of Americans, include recurrent abdominal pain or cramping in connection with altered bowel habits ... "This study should reassure doctors and patients that typical IBS symptoms are... (MEDLINEplus)
Hypnotherapy Eases Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms, Expert Says Mar 19, 2010
18, 2010) Hypnotherapy seems to be very effective for easing the distressing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and in a goodly proportion of cases, clears up symptoms altogether, reveal experts during a wide ranging discussion of the condition in a Frontline Gastroenterology podcast ... His experience of using hypnotherapy in the first 100 IBS patients treated with it showed that it significantly improved symptoms in nine out of 10 of them ... Doctors have tended to diagnose IBS when... (Science Daily)
Hypnotherapy 'can help gut pain' Mar 18, 2010
He said that although previous research has shown hypnotherapy is effective for IBS sufferers, it is not widely used ... Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gut problem which can cause abdominal pain, bloating, and sometimes diarrhoea or constipation ... Dr Valori, of Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, said the research evidence which shows that hypnotherapy could help sufferers of IBS was first published in the 1980s. (BBC News -- Health)
Proposed Changes to Brascan SoundVest Rising Distribution Split Trust Mar 12, 2010
Learn about savings for an IBS with Constipation treatment option. At Preferredsonline: Subscribe to our independent research into yield and income securities, preferred stocks, reits, master limited partnerships, royalty trusts, convertible preferred stock. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
IBS? Shift Work Could Be the Cause Mar 4, 2010
Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) include constipation and diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramping, and bloating ... Shift workers often report altered bowel habits similar to people with IBS, Dr. Willemijntje A. Hoogerwerf, at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and colleagues note in the American Journal of Gastroenterology ... Overall, 36 (48 percent) working rotating shifts reported symptoms of IBS, as did 44 (40 percent) of those working straight nights. (Newsmax)
Can a Gluten Free Diet Improve IBS ... Feb 25, 2010
Can a Gluten Free Diet Improve IBS Symptoms ... Can a Gluten Free Diet Improve IBS Symptoms ... Look at irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and how gluten sensitivity may play a role in gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms. (Suite101.com)
EndoChoice to market Exagen Diagnostics Feb 17, 2010
Albuquerque-based Exagen has developed genetics-based diagnostics for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) ... In addition to the IBD and IBS tests, the company has developed diagnostics for breast cancer, hepatitis C and other diseases. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
A candidate probiotic with unfavourable effects in subjects with irritable bowel syndrome: a randomised controlled trial Feb 10, 2010
Some probiotics have shown efficacy for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) ... The aim of this study was to investigate the symptomatic effect of L. plantarum MF1298 in subjects with IBS. Primary outcome was treatment preference and secondary outcomes were number of weeks with satisfactory relief of symptoms and IBS sum score ... 16 subjects with IBS underwent two three-week periods of daily intake of one capsule of 1010 CFU L. plantarum MF 1298 or placebo separated by a four-week... (BioMed Central)
Study Maps Effects of Acupuncture on the Brain Feb 6, 2010
Current clinical trials at the University of York are investigating the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of acupuncture for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and for depression. Recent studies in the US have also shown that acupuncture can be an effective treatment for migraines and osteoarthritis of the knee. (Science Daily)
Heart Patients Using Herbal Remedies May Be at Heightened Risk of Dangerous Drug Interactions Feb 4, 2010
5, 2010) St. John's wort is not an effective treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) according to new research. While antidepressants are frequently used to treat IBS, to date, no study has examined the. (Science Daily)
Madison County Chamber of Commerce Award Ceremony Jan 28, 2010
Presenting the award was Aimee Kurgis of IBS Copy and Print. Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2010. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Switch Turns on Allergic Disease in People Jan 23, 2010
31, 2008) Adults with allergy symptoms report a high incidence of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, suggesting a link between atopic disorders and IBS according to a new study in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma. (Jan. (Science Daily)
Elevated Carbon Dioxide Traced To Students' Breath Jan 17, 2010
Learn more to help manage your IBS.. Consumer Info Sponsored Content Provided by ARA. (7 KETV Omaha)
Rising Ambulance Rates Prompting Changes At Willow Springs Raceway Jan 16, 2010
Racer Matt Quigley said, "That sounds like a heck of an undertaking, but if thats what they want to do, that sounds great. I mean if they were going to build a medical center and staff it with professionals that were trained for this kind of thing, thatd be great. I dont see any problem there.Huth said there is already a medical center at the raceway, but it does need to outfitted with all the necessary medical equipment.And EMS said while Huth can have his own EMTs, he is required to use... (KERO 23, CA)
Brooke Burke To Host 'She's Got The Look' Jan 15, 2010
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Monterey Braces For Legal Fight On Marijuana Jan 14, 2010
Learn more to help manage your IBS.. Health Topics & Information. (KSBW 8, CA)
1 Injured In House Fire Jan 14, 2010
Learn more to help manage your IBS.. Share Your Pics & Vids. (KERO 23, CA)
Fans Rally For 'Dave, Shelly And Chainsaw' Jan 14, 2010
Learn more to help manage your IBS.. National Headlines Sponsored Links. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Teens Abusing Nutmeg, Hand Sanitizer To Get High Jan 14, 2010
Current conditions for local cities. Posted: 5:31 pm MST January 13, 2010Updated: 9:08 pm MST January 13, 2010. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Obama Promises All-Out Relief Effort In Haiti Jan 14, 2010
" More immediately, Fraser's Miami-based Southern Command is also dispatching a team of 30 people to Haiti to support relief efforts in the aftermath of the earthquake and make way for additional military aid. Officials said two C-130 aircraft were departing Wednesday for Haiti with the team of military engineers, operational planners, communications specialists and a command and control group. The Air Force is sending people to provide air traffic control and operations at the Port-au-Prince... (KERO 23, CA)
Mexico Still Waiting For Swine Flu Vaccines Jan 13, 2010
Learn more to help manage your IBS.. Get car insurance quotes from all the major carriers and save time an money in the process. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Packers CB Woodson Voted AP's Top Defensive Player Jan 13, 2010
" Denver linebacker Elvis Dumervil, who led the league in sacks, and New Orleans safety Darren Sharper, who tied with Woodson for the interceptions lead and also ran back three for scores, each got three votes. Minnesota end Jared Allen received the other two votes. ___ AP Sports Writer Chris Jenkins in Milwaukee contributed to this story. Copyright 2010 by . All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. You must have JavaScript enabled to view... (KSBW 8, CA)
Lightning, Devils Finish Suspended Game Jan 12, 2010
Learn more to help manage your IBS.. The first step in reducing debt is recognizing how much you have. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Why Does Light Make Migraines Worse? Jan 12, 2010
"This suggested to us that the mechanism of photophobia must involve the optic nerve, because in totally blind individuals, the optic nerve does not carry light signals to the brain."We also suspected that a group of recently discovered retinal cells containing melanopsin photoreceptors [which help control biological functions including sleep and wakefulness] is critically involved in this process, because these are the only functioning light receptors left among patients who are legally blind,"... (KERO 23, CA)
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Health Tip: Help Control IBS Symptoms Jan 10, 2010
(HealthDay News) -- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) occurs when the intestines squeeze too hard -- or not hard enough -- as food passes through ... The American Academy of Family Physicians offers these suggestions to help control IBS symptoms ... Avoid foods that seem to trigger your IBS symptoms. (MEDLINEplus)
St. John's Wort Doesn't Ease Irritable Bowel Syndrome Jan 10, 2010
THURSDAY, Jan. 7 (HealthDay News) -- The popular herbal supplement St. John's wort does not appear to relieve the pain and discomfort that accompanies irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), new research suggests. The finding is the first to indicate that an herbal preparation long-touted as an effective alternative treatment for mild and moderate depression does not appear to treat IBS. ... The authors point out that St. John's wort held promise as a potential IBS treatment, given that depression is... (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Triggering Abdominal Bloating Jan 10, 2010
Having irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Having a partial bowel obstruction. (MEDLINEplus)
