Where can I find information about irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?
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Dr. Bill Salt answered:Some medical centers specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other functional gut syndromes and provide helpful educational information, materials and resources. Two recommended centers of excellence are:
- The University of North Carolina Center for Functional GI & Motility Disorders
- UCLA/CURE Neuroenteric Disease Program
There are also many patient education and support resources that are available. Here are two excellent resource centers:
- International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Self Help Group
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Some medical centers specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other functional gut syndromes and provide helpful educational information, materials and resources. Two recommended centers of excellence are:... More
