Depression Linked to 12 Gastrointestinal Diseases in Genetic Analysis Study
A new study published in Translational Psychiatry found evidence that genetic predisposition to depression is associated with increased risks of 12 different gastrointestinal diseases, including irritable bowel syndrome, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease, ulcerative colitis, and more. The study helps establish a causal relationship between depression and gastrointestinal disease risk while minimizing confounding …