IFFGD is your resource for reliable digestive health knowledge, support, and assistance about functional gastrointestinal and motility disorders. Thank you for your interest in learning more about these conditions. We hope you enjoy this month's edition of Digestive Health Monthly! 

Back to School: helping children cope with GI disorders
 
It is back to school time for many kids, and with that brings some stressful situations for children with chronic digestive symptoms. In this video Lynn Walker, PhD, discusses her approach to treating abdominal pain in kids and teens, including tips on dealing with school concerns for kids faced with daily digestive problems. 
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News you can use on constipation, IBS, GERD, gastroparesis and more 
 
Keep yourself informed about the latest news on digestive health and current therapies with IFFGD's Medical News. Current listings include new directions in treating GERD, IBS, and chronic idiopathic constipation, as well as a study showing an association between anxiety and functional dyspepsia.   

 

Fundraisers to support gastroparesis research and increase awareness 

Last year Melissa created gear to raise awareness for gastroparesis and donated the proceeds to the Digestive Health Alliance. This year, Melissa is back with more sweatshirts, tees, and bags, as well as other opportunities to support her work to help fund research to find better treatments for those fighting with gastroparesis. Check out her fundraising page and her dedicated efforts at the link below. 
Motility disorders of the esophagus 
 
As food moves through the body, it is transported by all of the muscles of the digestive tract. This also means that there are a number of places where abnormal motility can cause a problem. This month we look at conditions that affect the top of the digestive tract, motility disorders of the esophagus such as GERD, dysphagia, and achalasia.

 

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