Question

A 27-year-old patient presents with classic symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): abdominal pain relieved by defecation and associated with changes in stool form. Red flag features have been excluded. According to NICE, which dietary advice is the most appropriate initial management?

Accepted Answer

Advise regular meals and adequate hydration, reduce caffeine, and consider trial of low-FODMAP if symptoms persist

Answer

Advise a low-residue diet

Answer

Advise a low-FODMAP diet

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Advise a high-fibre diet immediately

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Begin a lactose-free diet

Practice question

A 27-year-old patient presents with classic symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): abdominal pain relieved by defecation and associated with changes in stool form. Red flag features have been excluded. According to NICE, which dietary advice is the most appropriate initial management?