Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Medical Management Update.

ABSTRACT: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a prevalent gastrointestinal disorder, which impacts the quality of life, work productivity and social activities of patients. Diarrhea-predominant IBS (IBS-D) is one of several subtypes, and accounts for approximately one third of all cases. Currently available treatments are typically unable to alleviate the cardinal symptoms of IBS-D, including abdominal pain and diarrhea, and a clinical unmet need remains for an effective treatment which simultaneously relieves multiple symptoms. Patients may benefit from a multipronged, individualized approach, including dietary modifications, and psychological and pharmacological therapies. The aim of this review is to provide an update on the available and upcoming treatment options for IBS-D in Canada, with referen

SUBMITTER: Andrews CN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7678738 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature