There is consistent evidence indicating that functional dyspepsia (FD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can develop following an episode of acute infectious gastroenteritis, with an overall OR of 2.5 for the presence of a FGID at six months post-infection compared to controls. This Working Team reviewed the existing literature on the role of infections in functional GI disorders, focusing on clinical and translational aspects. This included epidemiological issues, risk factors, the role of microbiota and the immune system, the relevance of animal models, diagnosis, prognosis, and management. Based on our literature search, we provided recommendations on implementing current knowledge into clinical practice in order to improve the health of our patients, as well as recommendations for future areas of research. These recommendations are summarized in the following journal article, appearing in Gastroenterology.