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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Diagnosis and Subtypes

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Diagnosis and Subtypes

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What is the minimum duration of abdominal discomfort or pain associated with altered bowel habits required for a diagnosis of IBS?

2 weeks/month

1 day/month

3 days/month (correct)

1 week/month

What is the worldwide prevalence of IBS?

15%

11% (correct)

20%

Which of the following is a risk factor for IBS?

Regular exercise

Younger age

Family history (correct)

Male gender

What is the primary distinguishing feature of IBS with constipation (IBS-C)?

Constipation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a psychological factor contributing to the development of IBS?

Stress response Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range in which IBS is most commonly diagnosed?

20-39 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary method of diagnosing Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

Clinical diagnosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of stool studies in the diagnosis of IBS?

To rule out other gastrointestinal disorders Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of alarm features in the diagnosis of IBS?

They require urgent referral and further investigation Signup and view all the answers

What is the Bristol Stool Chart used for in the diagnosis of IBS?

To classify the type of IBS Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the IBS Severity score?

To assess the severity of IBS symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the management approach for patients with IBS who have normal initial investigations and no alarm features?

No additional testing or therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary site of inflammation in ulcerative colitis?

Mucosal layer of the colon Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common age group affected by ulcerative colitis?

Young adults (15-40 years) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing ulcerative colitis?

Increased saturated fat intake Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common extraintestinal manifestation of ulcerative colitis?

Osteoarthritis Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic abdominal pain pattern in ulcerative colitis?

Left-sided pain related to defecation Signup and view all the answers

What is the association between smoking and ulcerative colitis?

Smoking is protective against ulcerative colitis Signup and view all the answers