Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome is functional bowel disorder (abdominal pain related to defecation + altered bowel habits: diarrhea/constipation/mixed), no structural disease, associated with visceral hypersensitivity/gut-brain axis. Treatment: diet (low-FODMAP, fiber); peppermint oil; antispasmodics; anti-diarrheals (loperamide) for diarrhea; laxatives for constipation; tricyclic antidepressants/CBT for pain/psych comorbidity; probiotics; exclude organic disease (IBD/celiac/infection) via tests; reassurance; follow-up.

Common Symptoms

Abdominal pain; altered bowel habits; no structural disease; visceral hypersensitivity

Causes and Pathogenesis

Gut-brain axis dysfunction/visceral hypersensitivity/gut flora cause symptoms.

Treatment

Diet/FODMAP; fiber; peppermint; antispasmodics; CBT; exclude organic disease

Preventive Measures

Stress management; balanced diet; regular exercise.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Gastroenterology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.