Lembo Anthony J., Drossman Douglas A. Contemporary Diagnosis and Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrom

2nd edition. — Handbooks in Health Care Company, 2010. — 173 p.Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is characterized by chronic or recurrent abdominal pain or discomfort, usually accompanied by constipation and/or diarrhea. This informative handbook explores the epidemiology and pathophysiology of IBS, as well as effective therapies. Lifestyle and diet considerations are also discussed.