If you’re living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) you’re not alone. In fact, IBS affects up to 1 in 7 Americans, so chances are you may know someone who is going through the same thing. Despite it being so common, many people living with IBS are unaware that their symptoms indicate a medically recognized disorder,… Continue reading Member voices: I have IBS, here’s what I do…
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Food for Thought: IBS Awareness Month edition
Did you know that 9% – 23% of the world’s population live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)1, including over 5,000 members on PatientsLikeMe? For IBS Awareness Month, we’re digging deeper into how people are coping with this condition that affects so many. We asked IBS members for some insight — which foods help and… Continue reading Food for Thought: IBS Awareness Month edition
Does Microscopic Colitis Go Away?
You may have heard of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), but have you heard of microscopic colitis? One of several conditions under the IBD umbrella, this chronic, inflammatory disorder of the colon (aka the large intestine) can cause watery diarrhea and abdominal pain. It gets its name from the fact that microscopic examination of the intestinal… Continue reading Does Microscopic Colitis Go Away?
Probiotic Users: Have You Experienced AccuFlora Side Effects?
At PatientsLikeMe, where more than 115,000 patients are sharing their experiences with prescription drugs, supplements and more, 20 patients report taking the probiotic AccuFlora while zero patients report experiencing AccuFlora side effects. In addition, zero patients report discontinuing the supplement as a result of AccuFlora side effects. The seven patients who have stopped taking AccuFlora… Continue reading Probiotic Users: Have You Experienced AccuFlora Side Effects?