Patient Management

To diagnose irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), doctors typically review a patient's symptoms, medical and family history, and perform a physical exam....

Patient Management Guidelines

Medscape

Clear directives for fiber use as well as other modalities for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation are outlined, including gut-brain neuromodulators, peppermint oil, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

The American Journal of Gastroenterology

This journal outlines various ways clinicians can diagnose and treat patients with gastroenterological disorders and emphasizes that irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) is a “highly prevalent, chronic disorder that significantly reduces patients’ quality of life.”

The American Gastroenterological Association

A total of nine recommendations can guide clinicians in the use of FDA-approved and over-the-counter medications for irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C).

Articles

Prevalence of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders in Patients With Eating Disorders

This study aimed to explore the prevalence and types of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) in patients with eating disorders (EDs)...
Amy Stewart,
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Amy Stewart,
MSN, FNP-C
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