Gastrointestinal System - Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Recommendations and Evidence
Causes of these disturbances may depend on the interaction of several factors including genetics, psychosocial factors and post-inflammatory changes after a GI infection (1).
Treatment includes using pharmacological agents, psychological therapies such as standard psychotherapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, hypnotherapy and dietary strategies such as following a low FODMAP (Fermentable Oligo-, Di-, Mono-saccharides And Polyols) diet to manage symptoms in individuals with IBS (2, 3, 4, 5).