Johanna Iturrino

Fecal incontinence is associated with substantial impacts on quality of life. Prevalence estimates range from 2% to as high as 20% based on the methodology used, and is likely underreported by patients. Prior studies have demonstrated inconsistent effects of body-mass index on fecal incontinence…

Sucrose malabsorption and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) both have symptoms that overlap with common functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGID). These common symptoms include abdominal pain/cramping, bloating, and diarrhea…

INTRODUCTION: The current ‘step-down’ approach to implementing a low FODMAP diet (LFD) in which all 5 FODMAP groups are restricted presents significant practical challenges for patients, A ‘step-up’ approach has been proposed where only 1-2 FODMAP groups are initially restricted and further restric…