The article discusses the rapid response option available to readers of *Gut* for responding to published papers. Readers can submit their responses via email through the "eletters" option on the *Gut* website, which will be posted within seven days if not libellous or obscene. The editors will decide whether to publish the response in a future issue. The author reflects on the article by Alsouhaim et al. on long-term follow-up of gastric diffuse large B cell MALT lymphoma following eradication of *Helicobacter pylori*. The author emphasizes the rarity of MALT lymphoma and the need for regular endoscopic surveillance after eradication of *H pylori*. The author also notes that high-grade gastric MALT lymphoma can be treated with a single modality of antibiotics alone, but highlights the importance of careful endoscopic surveillance. The authors critique the article by Craig et al. on the value of quantitative hepatobiliary scintigraphy (QHBS) in diagnosing sphincter of Oddi dysfunction (SOD). They argue that the results may be influenced by differences in study design and cholecystokinin (CCK) augmentation methods. The authors suggest that a large multicenter study is needed to compare QHBS with endoscopic sphincter of Oddi manometry (ESOM) for non-invasive diagnosis of SOD. The authors express concern over the recent guidelines for colorectal cancer screening in patients with acromegaly. They argue that the guidelines reflect only one side of a polarized debate and that there is insufficient data to support intensive screening programs for this population. They suggest that a single sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy at approximately 55 years of age might be sufficient. The authors discuss the importance of sampling the incisura angularis when assessing gastric atrophy, as it can significantly increase the detection rate of atrophic gastritis. They provide data on the prevalence of atrophic gastritis according to biopsy location and emphasize the benefits of including this site in the biopsy sampling. The authors present a case of diverticular colitis in a patient with a stoma, highlighting the importance of careful surveillance of the dysfunctional colorectum during follow-up colonoscopies. They suggest that the mucosal tear may be due to diversion colitis caused by fragile mucosa. The article reviews three books: "Molecular Biology and Immunology in Hepatology," "Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment," and "Colorectal Cancer." The reviews provide insights into the content, strengths, and limitations of each book, offering guidance to readers interested in these topics.The article discusses the rapid response option available to readers of *Gut* for responding to published papers. Readers can submit their responses via email through the "eletters" option on the *Gut* website, which will be posted within seven days if not libellous or obscene. The editors will decide whether to publish the response in a future issue. The author reflects on the article by Alsouhaim et al. on long-term follow-up of gastric diffuse large B cell MALT lymphoma following eradication of *Helicobacter pylori*. The author emphasizes the rarity of MALT lymphoma and the need for regular endoscopic surveillance after eradication of *H pylori*. The author also notes that high-grade gastric MALT lymphoma can be treated with a single modality of antibiotics alone, but highlights the importance of careful endoscopic surveillance. The authors critique the article by Craig et al. on the value of quantitative hepatobiliary scintigraphy (QHBS) in diagnosing sphincter of Oddi dysfunction (SOD). They argue that the results may be influenced by differences in study design and cholecystokinin (CCK) augmentation methods. The authors suggest that a large multicenter study is needed to compare QHBS with endoscopic sphincter of Oddi manometry (ESOM) for non-invasive diagnosis of SOD. The authors express concern over the recent guidelines for colorectal cancer screening in patients with acromegaly. They argue that the guidelines reflect only one side of a polarized debate and that there is insufficient data to support intensive screening programs for this population. They suggest that a single sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy at approximately 55 years of age might be sufficient. The authors discuss the importance of sampling the incisura angularis when assessing gastric atrophy, as it can significantly increase the detection rate of atrophic gastritis. They provide data on the prevalence of atrophic gastritis according to biopsy location and emphasize the benefits of including this site in the biopsy sampling. The authors present a case of diverticular colitis in a patient with a stoma, highlighting the importance of careful surveillance of the dysfunctional colorectum during follow-up colonoscopies. They suggest that the mucosal tear may be due to diversion colitis caused by fragile mucosa. The article reviews three books: "Molecular Biology and Immunology in Hepatology," "Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment," and "Colorectal Cancer." The reviews provide insights into the content, strengths, and limitations of each book, offering guidance to readers interested in these topics.