News and commentary from the world of gastroenterology and hepatology
— News and commentary from the world of gastroenterology and hepatology
by Ian Ingram, Managing Editor, MedPage Today
June 4, 2026
• 2 min read
Using the Chart Your Fart app, Australians self-reported an average of five flatus per day, with a higher number recorded among males versus females, at 5.2 versus 4.8. (JAMA Network Open)
How many 'Farts' a day is normal? Apollo Hospitals neurologist shares surprising findings from study of 6,400+ people
I Wore a Smart Fart Wearable for Three Days. Here's What I Learned
‘Urgent need’ for more research, nuance on IBD for patients who are transgender
Anal insert fails to reduce fecal incontinence severity, but improves coping, depression
Bloating, acidity and constipation? Doctor reveals everyday lifestyle habits harming gut health in young adults
A recent study shared by a Hyderabad neurologist revealed that the average person farts about five times a day. The research,…
Os resultados do trabalho foram publicados na revista científica JAMA Network Open
What sounds 'gross' is actually a masterclass in using the body’s microbiome to fight terminal illness, says Dr Cyriac Abby…
Device could have serious applications for tracking a range of health issues, including irritable bowel syndrome and food…
The composition of the gut microbiome, the relative sizes of the various microbial populations, changes with age in ways that…
Doctors share their thoughts on what’s normal when it comes to gas and what needs to be checked out.
