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Irritable bowel syndrome faqPART 1: Background 1a: What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome? 1b: What is the prevalence of IBS? 1c: What factors contribute to the onset of IBS? 1d: How long does IBS last? 1e: What effect does IBS have on one's lifestyle? 1f: Are my symptoms just "all in my head" or psychosomatic? 1g: What factors contribute to health care utilization? PART 2: Symptoms 2a: What are the symptoms of IBS? 2b: How severe are these symptoms? 2c: Does everybody get the same symptoms? PART 3: Medical Facts 3a: What causes IBS? 3b: What is the role of psychological and/or social factors in IBS? 3c: Is IBS life-threatening? 3d: Will IBS lead to colon or rectal cancer? 3e: Will IBS lead to IBD (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis)? 3f: Will my IBS eventually go away, or will I have it for the rest of my life? PART 4: Diagnosis 4a: How do I know for sure if I have IBS? 4b: Is IBS a legitimate diagnosis? Should I seek a second opinion? PART 5: Related Maladies 5a: How does IBS differ from Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis? 5b: How does IBS differ from gluten enteropathy/celiac disease? 5c: How does IBS relate to other broad-spectrum symdromes, such as Fibromylagia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS), Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Syndrome (MCSS), and others? For more information visit:  |
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