Lower Gastrointestinal Issues in Systemic Sclerosis with Dr Vicky Flower
In this episode, podcast host Mel Brooke, BIRDs Patient and Public Engagement Programme talks with Dr. Victoria Flower about Gastrointestinal (GI) issues in Systemic SclerosisThis episode is part two of a two part series. This time we focus on the Lower GI talking about the movement of food through the lower GI tract and common issues one might experience such as a sluggish bowel and bacterial overgrowth and symptoms like bloating and diarrhea. Vicky also talks us through treatment and self-management options, including dietary adjustments.Useful Links:Dysphagia (swallowing problems) - NHSHeartburn and acid reflux - NHSHow to help a weak bladder - NHSGastrointestinal Tract Involvement in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) | SRUK Connect further with us:Have questions or thoughts about our information Podcast library? Interested in joining BIRDs patient research panel? Email Mel at ppe@birdbath.org.ukBe sure to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help us continue sharing information that matters!The Patient and Public Engagement Programme is supported by hands-off sponsorships from Eli Lilly and Company Limited, UCB and Amgen -all of whom have provided grant funding but who have were not involved in the development, content or editorial control of this podcast, nor the subsequent review and approval of these materials or general running of the patient and public engagement programme.We would also like to thank The Arnold Clark Community Fund, The Cumber Family Charitable Trust, Medlock Charitable Trust, The Ray Harris Charitable Trust and The Hospital Saturday Fund.Thank you to all our sponsors for helping us to bring you information that supports you and helps to increase your knowledge of rheumatic diseases.Please visit the BIRD website to sign up for news.