Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Overview

IBS is a common functional bowel disorder with abdominal pain and altered bowel habits.

Symptoms

• •Abdominal pain
• •Bloating
• •Diarrhea/Constipation
• •Mucus in stool

Stages

Diagnosis

• ✓Rome IV criteria
• ✓Alarm signs rule-out
• ✓CBC, CRP
• ✓Colonoscopy (if >50)

Treatments

• →Low FODMAP
• →Antispasmodics
• →Laxatives/ antidiarrheals
• →Psychotherapy

Risk Factors