Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome ( 35 Questions)
Incorrect. Imaging studies like CT scans and MRI are not typically used to diagnose IBS. They may be done to rule out other conditions with similar symptoms.
Correct. The diagnosis of IBS is primarily based on clinical criteria, including the presence of characteristic symptoms, and a thorough medical history. There are no specific diagnostic tests for IBS.
Incorrect. While a colonoscopy may be performed to rule out other gastrointestinal conditions, it is not considered a specific diagnostic test for IBS.
Incorrect. Blood tests are not the primary diagnostic tool for IBS. They may be used to rule out other conditions or to check for signs of inflammation.
A) Incorrect. Imaging studies like CT scans and MRI are not typically used to diagnose IBS. They may be done to rule out other conditions with similar symptoms.
B) Correct. The diagnosis of IBS is primarily based on clinical criteria, including the presence of characteristic symptoms, and a thorough medical history. There are no specific diagnostic tests for IBS.
C) Incorrect. While a colonoscopy may be performed to rule out other gastrointestinal conditions, it is not considered a specific diagnostic test for IBS.
D) Incorrect. Blood tests are not the primary diagnostic tool for IBS. They may be used to rule out other conditions or to check for signs of inflammation.