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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Internal Medicine

    Background:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects approximately 20% of the general population.
    • While many with IBS do not seek medical attention, it accounts for a significant percentage of primary care and gastroenterology visits.
    • The economic burden of IBS is substantial, with estimated annual costs of $8 billion due to direct and indirect expenses.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the diagnostic criteria and recommended investigations for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
    • To highlight the prevalence, clinical presentation, and economic impact of IBS.

    Main Methods:

    • Diagnosis of IBS is based on the Rome II criteria, which include abdominal pain or discomfort associated with altered bowel habits.
    • Patients are subcategorized into constipation-predominant, diarrhea-predominant, or alternating constipation and diarrhea.
    • Recommended initial investigations include hematology, fecal occult blood test, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and lactose intolerance evaluation.

    Main Results:

    • IBS is characterized by symptoms such as altered bowel habits, abdominal pain/discomfort, and bloating, without apparent structural pathology.
    • Further testing may be indicated to exclude other gastrointestinal conditions like infections, pelvic floor dysfunction, or inflammatory bowel disease.

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate diagnosis of IBS relies on established criteria and a systematic approach to investigations.
    • Effective management requires differentiating IBS from other conditions with similar symptoms.