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Gastroenterology covers the gamut from seemingly minor issues like heartburn to life-threatening diseases like pancreatic cancer. Gastrointestinal problems and disorders affect many people, with over seven million people in the United States suffering from symptoms of chronic acid reflux (GERD) alone. Below are articles pertaining to research findings and developments in the medical field of gastroenterology.

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Dysbiosis and Autoimmune Diseases

August 26, 2016

SYNOPSIS: This study adds to mounting evidence indicating that dysbiosis and imbalance in the gut microbiome are linked to autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis.

Guidelines for Management of Acute Infectious Diarrhea

August 26, 2016

SYNOPSIS: The American College of Gastroenterology has developed a guideline dealing with the management of immunocompetent adults with acute infectious diarrhea, other than that due to Clostridium difficile infection.

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Reproductive health considerations for women with inflammatory bowel disease

June 20, 2016

Inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease afflict nearly 1.4 million people in the United States alone.

Rapid Identification of Gastro Pathogens Directly from Stool

June 20, 2016

A Potential New Fix for Opioid-Induced Constipation

September 1, 2014

Opioid-induced constipation’s mechanisms depend on opioids’ tendency to vigorously stimulate mu receptors which suppress propulsion in the colon.

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