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Functional dyspepsia: Diagnosis and management in a primary care setting

Functional dyspepsia is a chronic, complex constellation of symptoms that include epigastric pain or burning, postprandial fullness, and/or early satiety. Given the spectrum of symptoms, it is a common presenting... Read More

Gastroesophageal reflux disease: Diagnosis and management in a primary care setting

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders affecting Canadians; it impacts up to 1 in 5 adults and is responsible for a large proportion of primary care visits.[1] Its... Read More

Diagnosis and management of irritable bowel syndrome in the primary care setting

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disorder of gut–brain interaction, characterized by abdominal pain and altered bowel habits.[1] Approximately 4.1% of adults globally are affected by the disorder, based on... Read More