Outline:
Introduction & Overview (5 minutes)
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Introduction
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Outline learning objectives
Etiology (5 minutes)
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Prevalence
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Impact
Causes & Pathophysiology (20 minutes)
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Understanding the underlying mechanisms of IBS
Diagnosis & Workup (20 minutes)
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Establishing an IBS diagnosis:
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Clinical criteria
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Symptom evaluation:
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Differentiating IBS from other conditions
History, Physical Exam & Diagnostics (10 minutes)
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Key components of history-taking
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Physical exam
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Essential diagnostic tests
Additional Testing & Red Flags (5 minutes)
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Red flags requiring further evaluation
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Additional tests if symptoms persist or red flags present
Treatment – Evidence-Based Management Strategies (40 minutes)
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Dietary, pharmacological, psychological and integrated approaches
Case Studies (15 minutes)
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Case study presentations: Real-world examples of IBS diagnosis and treatment.
Presented by Dr Rahima Hirji ND