Irritable bowel syndrome subtype screening characteristics: constipation subtype patient profiles explored
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Irritable bowel syndrome subtype screening characteristics: constipation subtype patient profiles explored
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a chronic disorder, greatly impacts the lives of those affected. Approximately one quarter of the North American population suffers from this condition that includes abdominal pain, discomfort and alterations in normal bowel function. Constipation-subtype IBS (IBS-C) is often found to be a prevalent subtype; however, a lack of knowledge and effective treatment op...
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عنوان ژورنال: Gastroenterology Insights
سال: 2012
ISSN: 2036-7422,2036-7414
DOI: 10.4081/gi.2012.e16