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Expert Video - What are the various treatment options for IBS-C?

In this video, gastroenterologist Dr. Jeanetta Frye explains that several treatment options are available for irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C). These include lifestyle changes such as changes in diet and fiber intake as well as developing coping strategies for life events. Dr. Frye also notes that there are several medication options available for IBS-C.

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Section: Managing and Treating IBS-C
Animation - Managing and Treating IBS-C
Animation - Managing and Treating IBS-C
Slide Show - Managing and Treating IBS-C
Slide Show - Managing and Treating IBS-C
Other IBS-C Animations
Animation - Understanding IBS-C
Animation - Understanding IBS-C
Animation - Diagnosing IBS-C
Animation - Diagnosing IBS-C
Expert Videos
How is IBS-C treated?
1. How is IBS-C treated?
What can I do at home to manage my IBS-C?
2. What can I do at home to manage my IBS-C?
Is there a specific diet for IBS-C?
3. Is there a specific diet for IBS-C?
What prescription medicines are available for IBS-C?
4. What prescription medicines are available for IBS-C?
If prescription medications are not helping my IBS-C, what other medical therapies can I try?
5. If prescription medications are not helping my IBS-C, what other medical therapies can I try?
Can probiotics help my IBS-C?
6. Can probiotics help my IBS-C?
Are there clinical trials for IBS-C? Can I participate?
7. Are there clinical trials for IBS-C? Can I participate?
What questions should I ask my doctor about IBS-C treatment?
8. What questions should I ask my doctor about IBS-C treatment?

Other Sections in this Module:

Understanding IBS-C

Understanding IBS with Constipation (IBS-C)

Diagnosing IBS-C

Diagnosing IBS with Constipation

Advances in Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation

Advances in Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation

Other Modules:

Chronic Constipation

Chronic Constipation (CC)

OIC

Opioid-Induced Constipation (OIC)

Dyssynergic Defecation

Dyssynergic Defecation (DD)

Patient Stories

Patient Stories

 

This educational activity has been developed by the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders and Mechanisms in Medicine Inc.

This activity is supported by independent educational grants from AbbVie, Ironwood Pharmaceuticals and Takeda.

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