{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Gastroenterologist And His Daughter","title":"S04E07 |Have you heard of BAM? Decoding Bile Acid Malabsorption ","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1340,"description":"Could your IBS symptoms actually be something else? In this easy-to-digest episode, your hosts break down what BAM really is, the different types, and the key symptoms to watch out for. Before they get into it, they take a tricky question from a listener about H.pylori. \n\nBAM can be difficult to diagnose as its symptoms generally overlap with IBS. Wagdy breaks down how BAM is diagnosed and some very distinct features that make BAM a condition not to dismiss when consulting patients. Today’s episode covers: \nWhat BAM actually is and its types\nCommon symptoms to watch out for\nIf IBS and BAM can co-exist & how Sandra’s clients have been misdiagnosed\nHow to get a diagnosis of BAM including\nSandra’s main dietary goals for clients she consults\nThe type of fibre you should include\nIf you’re struggling with chronic diarrhoea, make sure to pay your GP or specialist a visit as the consequences if left untreated can be serious. \nWant to ask your hosts a question? Send them through to info@nutrition-az.com, and they’ll get back to you during one of the episodes.\nDisclaimer: No personalised medical or nutritional advice can be provided, as this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional consultation. Always seek advice from a qualified healthcare provider for your individual needs.\nConnect with your hosts on LinkedIn\nSandra Mikhail\nWagdy Mikhail \n\nFor more information visit instagram.com/nutritionaz_by_sandramikhail OR nutritition-az.com\nA resource mentioned in this episode is Sandra’s book: The Gut Chronicles: An uncensored journey into the world of digestive health and illness. ","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Hbr9zfirtkwgdAiQ5xP8mZF7Eid65S3rQV4L8_5h3Gc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iZWI5/YmUzNGNhNjAwZTEz/MTk2NGRjYzMxNGRi/MWQ5My5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}