Expert Tips for Constipation Relief

Feel like your doctor still doesn’t get how bad your IBS with Constipation (IBS-C) really is? You’re not alone—and it’s time to flip the script. In this game-changing episode, we’re joined by Jaime Ackerman, a Physician Assistant at Atlanta Gastro, who’s helping patients break through the communication gap and finally get the relief they deserve. You’ll discover: What your provider actually needs to hear from you (and what they often miss) Why your constipation isn’t “just constipation”—and how to explain your symptoms clearly The simple tracking tool that could revolutionize your care plan Jaime brings powerful insights from real patients and shares how you can take charge of your next GI appointment with confidence. Whether you’ve been living with IBS-C for years or were just diagnosed, this episode is your practical guide to more effective conversations—and better care. 🎙️ Brought to you by Ardelyx. Resources to locate a healthcare provider: American College of Gastroenterology https://gi.org/patients/find-a-gastro... Zoc Doc https://zocdoc.pxf.io/c/5703664/20685... About the Gastro Girl Podcast In each episode, Jacqueline Gaulin, longtime patient advocate and the Founder of Gastro Girl, Inc. and GI OnDEMAND, will tackle topics that go beyond the basic mainstream coverage of GI health to educate, inform and empower patients and their caregivers. If you crave the inside scoop on the latest news, research and resources related to gastroenterology, and want it all delivered in an engaging, friendly, nonjudgmental and educational way that features leading GI experts, inspiring patients and positive vibes, this podcast is also for you. Gastro Girl, an official patient-education partner of The American College of Gastroenterology, is committed to providing actionable and evidence-based health information to help empower patients to better health. Have a question or a digestive health-related topic you'd like us to address on an upcoming episode? Are you a patient who wants to share their story? Please email us podcast@gastrogirl.com For more info: https://www.gastrogirl.com https://www.gi.org/patients https://www.giondemand.com Follow Gastro Girl Facebook / gastrogirlinc Instagram / gastrogirl_inc Twitter / gastrogirl Follow ACG Facebook / amcollegegastro Instagram / amcollegega. . Twitter / amcollegegastro Disclaimer: The sole purpose of the Gastro Girl podcast is to provide educational and informational content. Gastro Girl, Inc., American College of Gastroenterology, The Gastro Girl Podcast, host, Jacqueline Gaulin, and any and all guests appearing on any Gastro Girl podcast episode [Collectively the Service Provider] do not provide any medical advice and the Information will not be so construed or used as medical advice. Using, accessing and/or listening to the Gastro Girl Podcast and/or providing personal or medical information to the Service Provider does not create a clinician-patient relationship between the Service Provider and you or your patients. Nothing contained in this or any Gastro Girl Podcast episode is intended to create a clinician-patient relationship, and you will not rely on anything contained in any podcast episode in diagnosing or treating yourself or anyone else. THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE PODCAST EPISODES IS PROVIDED FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NO WAY INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, CURE OR TREAT ANY MEDICAL OR OTHER CONDITION. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER WITH ANY QUESTIONS RELATED TO YOUR HEALTH AND WELLBEING. If YOU ARE EXPERIENCING A HEALTH Emergency Please CALL 911