SURVEY SHOWS MANY MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT THE GUT

A recent survey sponsored by Align and conducted by GFK Roper posed questions about the knowledge of the Gut system and how to keep it healthy. The results of the national survey showed that 20% of the participants acknowledged that they have occasional digestive upsets and 20% of this group stated that their emotional upset and attitidues are responsible for their digestive problems.
According to the survey gut issues disrupted the quality of life for many.
– More than 50% reported a decease in selfconfidence.
– 80% must adjust their daily activiites
– Almost 50% report that they have cancelled a trip or avoided a social occassion
– Over 33% statd that they have changed their diet to adjust to gastointestinal problems.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome, PA:  A new clinical study is being conducted for participants that have IBS with constipation.  Forest Laboratories is testing a new drug linaclotide to determine its safety and efficacy for IBS-C.  The study design includes a double blind, placebo controlled groups.  The trail participants will receive an oral dosage of linaclotide for 12 weeks followed by a 4 week withdrawal period.  Estimated enrollment in the study is 800.  The completion date for the study is anticipated to be in July 2010.

Irritable Bowel is a functional medical problem that effects 20 % of the U.S. population.  The characteristics of IBS may include diarrhea, constipation (or both), abdominal pain, gas, and bloating.  Because of these symptoms the quality of life of sufferers is often affected.  At this point the medical community has not determined exactly what causes Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

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