Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic bowel disorder characterized by abdominal pain or discomfort and alterations in bowel habits. It is the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder with worldwide prevalence rates ranging from 9-23%. IBS is the most common disorder diagnosed by gastroenterologists and accounts for up to 12% of total visits to primary care providers. An in-depth review of approaches to symptoms, diagnosis, causes, and treatments.
Topics: Brain-Gut, Fact Sheet, Gender, Inflammation, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)