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Topic: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

1. Brochure, Fact Sheet: IBS Brochure

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   By: Lin Chang, MD; Douglas A. Drossman, MD; William F. Norton, Publications Editor, IFFGD

   This introduction to IBS includes an overview of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, management, and treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. Written in collaboration by physicians noted for their knowledge about IBS and IFFGD.

   Also available offline as a glossy color brochure (3.5" x 8.5"). Contact IFFGD for details.

   Topics: Diet, Foods, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

2. Brochure, Fact Sheet: Current Pharmacologic Treatments of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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   By: Anthony J. Lembo, MD

   Pharmacologic treatments for IBS are usually aimed at improving the predominant IBS symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain. The most common classes of drugs currently used are laxatives, antidiarrheals, antispasmodics, antidepressants, and 5-HT modulators. A review of indications, methods of action, and side effects associated with commonly available agents used to treat IBS.

   Also available offline as a glossy color brochure (3.5" x 8.5"). Contact IFFGD for details.

   Topics: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

3. Brochure, Fact Sheet: Bowel Incontinence and Aging

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   By: William F. Norton, Publications Editor, IFFGD; Jeanette Tries, PhD, OTR

   Easy Read Format. Many things happen as we age that makes a loss of bowel control more likely. Illness, injury, changes in bowel habits and other factors affect the ability to stay in control. Loss of bowel control is surprisingly common. It happens to a lot of people. There are a number of ways to be helped. This pamphlet will help you understand what is wrong and what you can do about it.

   Also available offline as a glossy color brochure (3.5" x 8.5"). Contact IFFGD for details.

   Topics: Bowel urgency, Constipation, difficult to pass stools, Diarrhea, loose stools, Incontinence, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Other Disorders/Symptoms, Pelvic floor disorders
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

4. Brochure: IBS Brochure - Bulk Order Quantity: 100

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   By: Lin Chang, MD; Douglas A. Drossman, MD; William F. Norton, Publications Editor, IFFGD

   This introduction to IBS includes an overview of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, management, and treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. Written in collaboration by IFFGD and nine physicians.

   Purchase this item to place a bulk order for one-hundred (100) 3.5" x 8.5" glossy color brochures, to be delivered by UPS. Price includes shipping. For delivery to PO Box addresses or payment via purchase order, please call us at 888-964-2001 (Toll-free in the US).

   To purchase a single PDF copy of the brochure, click here.

   Topics: Bulk Order, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
   Non-Member Price: $46.00

5. Brochure: IBS Brochure - Bulk Order Quantity: 50

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   By: Lin Chang, MD; Douglas A. Drossman, MD; William F. Norton, Publications Editor, IFFGD

   This introduction to IBS includes an overview of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, management, and treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. Written in collaboration by IFFGD and nine physicians.

   Purchase this item to place a bulk order for fifty (50) 3.5" x 8.5" glossy color brochures, to be delivered by UPS. Price includes shipping. For delivery to PO Box addresses or payment via purchase order, please call us at 888-964-2001 (Toll-free in the US).
   

   To purchase a single PDF copy of the brochure, click here.
   

   Topics: Bulk Order, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
   Non-Member Price: $36.00

6. Brochure, Fact Sheet: The Neurobiology Basis of Mind Body Medicine

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   By: Emeran A. Mayer, MD

   How do the mind and body interact with each other and the environment . . . and in this process actively maintain health and prevent disease? This accessable publication describes the basis for a growing awareness of an evolving convergence of many "alternative" concepts of health and disease with cutting edge concepts proposed by science. This is information that can be helpful to anyone with a chronic digestive disorder. A summary of a 1998 conference involving internationally recognized scientific leaders, and a group of prominent and unique practitioners of mind-body medicine.

   Also available offline as a 22 page soft-cover color booklet (8.5" x 11"). Contact IFFGD for details.

   Topics: Brain-Gut, CAM, Complementary & Alternative Treatments, IFFGD, General Interest, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Stress
   Non-Member Price: $3.99

7. Brochure, Fact Sheet: Personal Daily Diary (Online version)

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   By: International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders IFFGD

   Use this Personal Daily Diary for 2-4 weeks to help you get the most out of your next doctor visit.

   The objective of using this Daily Diary is to gain a better understanding of your bowel disorder.

   Also available offline for $3.00 as a 32 page soft-cover color booklet (5.5" x 8.5"). Order here or contact IFFGD for details.

   Topics: Bowel urgency, IFFGD, General Interest, Incontinence, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
   Non-Member Price: FREE

8. Fact Sheet: The Neurobiology of Stress and Emotions

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   By: Emeran A. Mayer, MD

   We often hear the term “stress” associated with functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Many patients experience a worsening of symptoms during times of severely stressful life events. But what is stress? How often does it occur? How does our body respond to stress? This article explores the mechanisms that link stress and emotions to responses that have evolved to ensure survival and that, in the modern world, affect health – including gastrointestinal function.

   Topics: Gender, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Stress
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

9. Fact Sheet: Are You a Gut Responder? Hints on Coping with an Irritable Bowel

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   By: Barry Blackwell, MD

   The gut and the brain develop from the same part of the human embryo. So it is not surprising that the intestinal tract has such a rich nerve supply that it is sometimes referred to as “the little brain.” The gut shares many of the same kinds of nerve endings and chemical transmitters as the brain to which it remains linked through a large nucleus (the locus ceruleus). This collection of nerve cells is partly responsible for controlling anxiety and fear, which explains why these emotions can sometimes be associated with bowel function.

   Topics: CAM, Complementary & Alternative Treatments, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
   Non-Member Price: $0.99

10. Fact Sheet: Physiological Testing of the Colon, Rectum and Anus

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    By: Bruce A. Orkin, MD

    Often a diagnosis of a functional GI disorder can be made based on a history and physical examination. Sometimes exxtensive testing may be needed to find a cause. A review of tests used to examine bowel structure and function.

    Topics: Bowel urgency, Constipation, difficult to pass stools, Incontinence, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Lower Abdominal Pain, Pelvic Pain, Motility, Tests, lower GI tract
    Non-Member Price: $0.99