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A 36-year-old woman presents with crampy abdominal pain and loose stools up to 4 times per day for 6 months. She reports bloating and relief of pain with defaecation. There is no weight loss, rectal bleeding or nocturnal symptoms. Physical examination and basic blood tests are normal. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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