Epidemiology


Etiology


Pathophysiology


Clinical features


Diagnostics

Rome IV criteria for irritable bowel syndrome

  • Timing: ≥ 6 months since the onset of symptoms
  • Symptoms
    • Recurrent abdominal pain (≥ 1 day per week during the previous 3 months)
    • PLUS ≥ 2 of the following
      • Abdominal pain related to defecation
      • Change in stool frequency
      • Change in appearance of stool

Treatment