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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Cause

Description: Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a disorder of the intestine that carries no structural lesions or pathophysiological explanations. Between 10 and 20% of the population in developed countries suffer from IBS, with almost 75% of those people reporting symptoms being female. While IBS is a widespread condition, only 20-30% of sufferers consult a doctor. This course details the symptoms and possible causes for this condition.

COURSE OUTLINE

INTRODUCTION
1. Course Information
2. Interface Tour
3. Course Overview

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
4. Objectives
5. Colon Function
6. Diet
7. Gastroenteritis
8. Anxiety
9. Progress Check

EPIDEMIOLOGY
10. Objectives
11. Prevalence
12. Gender Differential
13. Progress Check

CONCLUSION
14. Summary

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Students completing this course should be able to:

Name the possible causes of IBS
Describe the role the nervous system may play in IBS
Understand the possible importance of dietary habits
Name the percentage of individuals with IBS
Understand why many cases of IBS go unreported
Describe the gender distribution of patients with IBS

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