condition

Irritated Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by chronic abdominal pain associated with a change in frequency and form of stool. IBS is common, with a population prevalence of around 10%, and causes a reduction in quality of life. Its pathophysiology remains incompletely understood, although abnormal communications within the brain–gut axis are considered to be important. IBS can be subclassified according to predominant bowel habit and/or pain. Treatments are directed towards improving symptoms and are multifaceted. Dietary and lifestyle modification, pharmacotherapy and psychological interventions can be useful in managing the disorder.

Ref:
Adam D. Farmer, James K. Ruffle, Irritable bowel syndrome, Medicine, Volume 47, Issue 6, 2019, Pages 350-353, ISSN 1357-3039, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mpmed.2019.03.009. (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1357303919300842)

20 confidence points
0 comments
Added on Sep 24, 2022 by Barbara Van De Keer
Edited on Sep 24, 2022 by Barbara Van De Keer

Join Ninatoka!!

NinatoKa's goal is to support you as a therapist in unravelling the illness pathway from symptoms to cause, and to help you detect potential interventions.

Go to Explore to start your discovery!

Go to Learn to scroll through newly added data.

Go to Contribute to contribute to the Ninatoka database.

You can rate content up or down and add comments if you agree or disagree.