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Three studies this month highlight the increased incidence of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in the setting of other chronic diseases, specifically diseases with an effect on the abdomen and pelvis:
- Fairbrass et al: Natural history and impact of IBS-type symptoms in inflammatory bowel disease during 6 years of longitudinal follow-up
- Nabi et al: Endometriosis and IBS — a systematic review and meta-analyses
- Wang et al: Factors related to IBS and differences among subtypes — a cross-sectional study in the UK Biobank
Combined diseases can make assessment and treatment very difficult for clinicians. Having a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology and phenotype of each of these diseases is imperative to ensuring that they are managed to the standard of care. When these diseases are in remission and abdominal symptoms persist, it begs the question what is the cause? IBS should always be in the differential diagnosis. The dynamic relationship between the varying presentations of IBS and co-occurring conditions can greatly affect the patient's quality of life and experience with the healthcare system. Thus, it is vital to implement an interdisciplinary approach in order to comprehensively care for the patient and build a therapeutic relationship with the patient. Establishing short-term and long-term goals through shared decision-making will create a foundation of trust and allow for improved patient experience.
Three studies this month highlight the increased incidence of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in the setting of other chronic diseases, specifically diseases with an effect on the abdomen and pelvis:
- Fairbrass et al: Natural history and impact of IBS-type symptoms in inflammatory bowel disease during 6 years of longitudinal follow-up
- Nabi et al: Endometriosis and IBS — a systematic review and meta-analyses
- Wang et al: Factors related to IBS and differences among subtypes — a cross-sectional study in the UK Biobank
Combined diseases can make assessment and treatment very difficult for clinicians. Having a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology and phenotype of each of these diseases is imperative to ensuring that they are managed to the standard of care. When these diseases are in remission and abdominal symptoms persist, it begs the question what is the cause? IBS should always be in the differential diagnosis. The dynamic relationship between the varying presentations of IBS and co-occurring conditions can greatly affect the patient's quality of life and experience with the healthcare system. Thus, it is vital to implement an interdisciplinary approach in order to comprehensively care for the patient and build a therapeutic relationship with the patient. Establishing short-term and long-term goals through shared decision-making will create a foundation of trust and allow for improved patient experience.
Three studies this month highlight the increased incidence of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in the setting of other chronic diseases, specifically diseases with an effect on the abdomen and pelvis:
- Fairbrass et al: Natural history and impact of IBS-type symptoms in inflammatory bowel disease during 6 years of longitudinal follow-up
- Nabi et al: Endometriosis and IBS — a systematic review and meta-analyses
- Wang et al: Factors related to IBS and differences among subtypes — a cross-sectional study in the UK Biobank
Combined diseases can make assessment and treatment very difficult for clinicians. Having a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology and phenotype of each of these diseases is imperative to ensuring that they are managed to the standard of care. When these diseases are in remission and abdominal symptoms persist, it begs the question what is the cause? IBS should always be in the differential diagnosis. The dynamic relationship between the varying presentations of IBS and co-occurring conditions can greatly affect the patient's quality of life and experience with the healthcare system. Thus, it is vital to implement an interdisciplinary approach in order to comprehensively care for the patient and build a therapeutic relationship with the patient. Establishing short-term and long-term goals through shared decision-making will create a foundation of trust and allow for improved patient experience.