The SynGAP Research Fund (SRF) dba Cure SYNGAP1, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has awarded a $65,000 grant to Dr. Julia ...

Sunshine Biopharma (SBFM) announced that its wholly owned Canadian subsidiary, Nora Pharma, has acquired the rights to two gastrointestinal ...

This action promotes cholinergic and non-adrenergic neurotransmission by enteric neurons, leading to increased peristaltic reflex, intestinal secretions, and overall gastrointestinal motility. Nora ...

Chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction can stop movement through the intestines. Learn how it's treated and dietary changes to ...

“Antibiotic therapy is fast-acting and can be effective for hydrogen and methane-dominant SIBO – if someone can tolerate the treatment,” Liebling shares. “On the other hand, they can cause nausea, ...

Examples of motility disorders include achalasia, gastroparesis, intestinal pseudo-obstruction and faecal incontinence. Gastrointestinal distress is common among individuals with autism.

A team of experts led by Northwestern Medicine investigators has developed a standardized approach that will improve the measurement of esophageal function to better diagnose upper gastrointestinal ...

Then, once the colon is "clean" of polyps, experts recommend repeat colonoscopy every 1 to 3 years. If follow-up exams continue to be normal, further screening recommendations will be determined ...

A pediatric study has reported an improvement in clinical symptoms of constipation following erythromycin administration, but the effect on colon motility in children has not been formally evaluated.

Yogurt contains probiotics, which can help balance intestinal flora and ease diarrhea. Look for blends that are low in sugar and have lactobacillus probiotic strains. People who are lactose intolerant ...

Colon cancer has been on the rise in Americans under 50 for the last three decades, but it’s not exactly clear why. Researchers suspect poor diet, obesity, sedentary lifestyles, environmental ...