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?

  • 5%
  • 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)?

    <p>Constipation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Stress response</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>20-39 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Clinical diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To rule out other gastrointestinal disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They require urgent referral and further investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To classify the type of IBS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the IBS Severity score?

    <p>To assess the severity of IBS symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>No additional testing or therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary site of inflammation in ulcerative colitis?

    <p>Mucosal layer of the colon</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Young adults (15-40 years)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Increased saturated fat intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common extraintestinal manifestation of ulcerative colitis?

    <p>Osteoarthritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic abdominal pain pattern in ulcerative colitis?

    <p>Left-sided pain related to defecation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the association between smoking and ulcerative colitis?

    <p>Smoking is protective against ulcerative colitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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