The Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Understanding its types, prevalence, and treatment options
1 Healing Hands Clinic, Ground Floor, Millennium Star Extension, Dhole Patil Road, Pune, 411001, Maharashtra, India.
2 R and D Center, Healing Hands & Herbs Pvt. Ltd., Tilak Road, Pune, 411002, Maharashtra, India.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 22(01), 720–728
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.22.1.1130
Publication history:
Received on 02 March 2024; revised on 10 April 2024; accepted on 12 April 2024
Abstract:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic functional disorder of the human digestive system that affects a significant portion of the population globally. Its complex nature includes numerous kinds of extra-intestinal and gastrointestinal symptoms, making diagnosis and therapy more difficult. IBS is categorised into four types based on bowel movement patterns, i.e. IBS with constipation (IBS-C), IBS with diarrhea (IBS-D), IBS with mixed bowel habits (IBS-M) and unclassified IBS (IBS-U). The global prevalence of IBS is estimated to be around 4%, with about 30% of individuals suffering symptoms seeking medical assistance. This disorder is more common in women and younger adults, with a female predominance and a higher prevalence in those under 50 years old. Medication, Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) are all available forms of treatment for IBS. Depending on the most common symptoms, doctors may give medications, including laxatives, smooth muscle relaxants, antidiarrheal medications, and low-dose antidepressants. Cognitive behavioural therapy, particularly, is a useful tool for managing the emotional tension and anxiety that come with IBS. Alternative therapies like hypnotherapy, acupuncture, and therapeutic massage have also shown promise in managing IBS symptoms. However, the results of treatment might differ greatly from person to person, emphasising the significance of patient-centred care and ongoing research to discover the underlying pathophysiology and develop new therapeutic approaches. The objective of the current study is to review the various types, prevalence rates, and available treatment options for Irritable bowel syndrome.
Keywords:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome; Constipation; Diarrhea; Laxative; Anxiety
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