The diverse spectrum of irritable bowel syndrome.
The cardinal symptoms of IBS are abdominal pain and either diarrhea or constipation. Two cases with very different presentations illustrate a simplified diagnostic workup and provide practical suggestions for management. Patients can expect substantial benefits from treatment, provided they are willing to participate in its execution.
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Mayo Medical School, Rochester, Minn.
D000328:Adult; D000465:Algorithms; D002985:Clinical Protocols; D003109:Colonic Diseases, Functional / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy*; D003248:Constipation / Q000209:etiology*; D003663:Decision Trees; D005242:Fecal Incontinence / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged