Hello everyone! My name is Sasha, and welcome to my personal space on the web. About two years ago, I experienced a significant health crisis that led to around ten hospitalizations. It truly was a profound turning point, shifting my entire life’s focus. While I’m navigating multiple medical challenges, my primary focus remains on my gut health and anemia.
I built this site as a practical resource for myself, making it easy to access information whenever I need it. I’m also deeply passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology, including Artificial Intelligence, and am constantly expanding my knowledge of gut-related conditions.
You’re welcome to explore the site, but please understand that I am not a medical professional, and the information presented here should not be taken as medical advice. Some data might not be completely accurate. It’s crucial to always consult with your doctor for any health concerns or before making any health-related decisions.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): This category includes chronic diseases characterized by inflammation of the digestive tract. The two primary types of IBD are:
Crohn's Disease: Can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the anus, and involves inflammation of the entire thickness of the bowel wall.
Ulcerative Colitis: Affects only the large intestine (colon) and rectum, causing inflammation and ulcers on the inner lining.
Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (FGIDs): These are conditions where the digestive tract appears normal upon examination but does not function correctly. The most prevalent example is:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): A common disorder that affects the large intestine, causing symptoms like cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. It is considered a disorder of the gut-brain interaction.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): A chronic condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the tube connecting your mouth and stomach (esophagus). This backwash (acid reflux) can irritate the lining of your esophagus. It is one of the most common digestive complaints.
Malabsorption Syndromes: These are disorders that prevent the body from effectively absorbing nutrients from food in the small intestine. A primary example is:
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2025
While exact, finalized statistics for 2025 are not yet published, we can project the numbers based on the most current data and established trends from leading health organizations like the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the CDC.
Here is a breakdown of the estimated numbers for digestive diseases in the U.S. for 2025:
72M
Overall Population Affected
Estimated Americans with some form of digestive disease in 2025.
68M
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Approximately 20% of the U.S. population will experience GERD symptoms.
50M
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Affecting an estimated 10-15% of the adult population.
3.2M
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis in American adults.
2.7M
Celiac Disease
The number of diagnosed cases continues to rise.
$145B+
Annual Economic Cost
Projected direct and indirect costs associated with digestive diseases.
Disclamer: All data harvested by Artificial Intelligence.