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Newsletter Topic: What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

News: October 02, 2022

Written by Dr. Sarah Ballou and Dr. Trisha Pasricha How is IBS diagnosed? IBS is diagnosed through a set of clinical criteria that your doctor reviews based on your medical history. A hallmark of IBS is chronic abdominal pain related to your stool. Your doctor may do additional studies if you have...

BIDMC Research Retreat

News: September 05, 2024

This year's annual BIDMC Research Retreat 2024 featured keynote speakers, new faculty lightning talks, and a stunning poster presentation session! Highlights from our group included: Su Min (Violet) Hong, BS, and Mahalakshmi Rajkumar, MS, presented their work on how loss of Mecp2 results in gut...

NYT: Is It OK to Use Your Phone on the Toilet?

News: September 30, 2025

Dr. Trisha Pasricha and her lab conducted research investigating the use of smartphones on the toilet and its potential risk of hemorrhoids. Recently published, the New York Times answered the following question: "I love browsing TikTok while I’m doing my business. Will this give me constipation or...

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Recent publications: Pasricha TS, Kulkarni S. Dopaminergic signalling in gastrointestinal health and disease. Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology. 2025;22:696-707. Solis-Moreira J. Using the phone while you poop greatly raises hemorrhoid risk, new study says. CNN. Published September 3...