Gastroenterology
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Probing the link between GERD and anxiety and depression
An analysis suggested that a genetic risk for GERD increased the risk of developing depression or anxiety and vice versa.
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NAFLD raises risk for colorectal adenomatous polyps
In the fully adjusted model, NAFLD was a significant independent risk factor for adenomatous polyps but not for nonadenomatous polyps.
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PPIs linked to long-term infection in kids
Experts said the new data show the importance of limiting use of this type of acid suppressant in children.
News
These four GI conditions may predict Parkinson’s disease
“Experts have known for a very long time that constipation is a potential risk factor for PD, so this study adds to the list of GI conditions that...
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Medicare announces 10 drugs targeted for price cuts in 2026
People on Medicare may in 2026 see prices drop for 10 medicines, including pricey diabetes, cancer, blood clot, and arthritis treatments.
Guidelines
First guidelines developed for childhood eosinophilic GI disorders beyond eosinophilic esophagitis
“Our ability to say: ‘Here are the established treatments,’ is lacking, though. We need research studies to verify that our recommended approaches...
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Cause of common gastrointestinal symptoms in diabetes?
“People with diabetes who present with gastrointestinal symptoms – such as steatorrhea or changes in stool, bloating, and/or abdominal pain –...
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Medical treatment for appendicitis effective long-term
Some patients (29%) who initially received antibiotics required surgery up to 20 years later.
Commentary
The best CRC screening test is still this one
Both the AAFP and the ACP question the lowering of the age for first colonoscopy.
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Clinicians debate the usefulness of NAFLD name change
“These new terms are going to confuse both doctors and patients. When you give a patient a diagnosis like this, they will not understand it,”
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How soybean oil could lead to gut inflammation
The likely culprit? Linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid that composes up to 60% of soybean oil.