Irritable Bowel Syndrome affects as many as one in five people at some point in their life. The exact cause isn’t known but it is believed to be related to increased sensitivity of the gut and problems digesting food. This causes abdominal pain and can result in the food passing too slowly or too quickly…
Half of all people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) suffer from insomnia. Many reports being woken from sleep by abdominal pain, often several times during the night, and unsurprisingly they say they wake in the morning feeling tired and not rested. Unfortunately, the problem can become a vicious cycle as poor sleep may lead to…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects one in five people in the UK, according to NHS Choices, although the actual figure is believed to be higher as not everyone with IBS symptoms will see a doctor. IBS is painful, distressing and can have a significant impact on your quality of life. There is no cure at…
A clinical trial has been launched to develop a breath test that could identify multiple types of cancer. The test, which analyses molecules found in the breath and is completely non-invasive, could help in the identification of cancer in its earliest stages when treatment is likely to be most effective. The trial Owlstone Medical, which developed…
To mark International Women’s Day we’re keen to talk about a gut disorder which, according to the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders, is “a major women’s health issue” globally.
Pancreatic Cancer is rarely detected in its early stages as symptoms of the disease often do not occur until it is more advanced. For this reason, the disease often spreads to surrounding organs. World Pancreatic Cancer Day (15 November) aims to increase people’s awareness of pancreatic cancer symptoms and to highlight the importance of regular screening…
If you’re suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, certain foods are likely to trigger your symptoms. Some foods are well known as possible triggers for IBS but others will be unique to you. Your symptoms may also get triggered when you are particularly stressed or when you experience certain emotions. They may improve after exercise or…
If you are fed up with IBS symptoms putting a downer on your social life, it is time to take action. It is understandable that you may feel anxious to leave the house if your stomach is in knots and you may feel embarrassed if you keep having to run to the toilet when out…