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IBS Part 1 – Diagnosis

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Key takeaways from the IBS Part 1 episode of the PCSG Ingest podcast:

Diagnosis of IBS

The episode is focused on making a diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)and features Dr. Anton Emmanuel, a consultant gastroenterologist and Professor of neuro-gastroenterology at University College Hospital London.

Importance for Primary Care

  • IBS is a common condition that primary care clinicians need to have a structured approach to diagnosing.

    • Topics Covered

    • Causes of IBS
    • Different subtypes of IBS
    • Challenges in making a positive diagnosis

      • Clinical Pearls

      Dr. Emmanuel shares several insights:

      • Key questions to include in the patient history
      • How to describe the condition to patients
      • Practical tips for enhancing IBS diagnosis in primary care

        • Diagnostic Approach

        The episode emphasises the importance of:

        • Taking a structured approach to diagnosis
        • Understanding the various presentations of IBS
        • Recognizing the challenges in making a definitive diagnosis

          • Patient Communication

          Guidance is provided on:

          • Explaining IBS to patients effectively
          • Addressing patient concerns and misconceptions

            • Additional Resources

            The episode mentions useful guidance from the British Society of Gastroenterology, which listeners were encouraged to reference for more detailed information. Part 2 focusing on the management of IBS to be released soon.

            bsg.org.uk/clinical-resource/british-society-of-gastroenterology-guidelines

            The Ingest podcast is hosted by Dr Charlie Andrews a GPwER in gastroenterology based near Bath. Charlie works as a GP partner at Somer Valley Medical Group, trained as an endoscopist and leads the national GPwER in gastroenterology training programme, launched in 2023 in the southwest of England. Charlie is a committee member of the PCSG (Primary Care Society of Gastroenterology). For more information visit pcsg.org.uk

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