Irritable bowel syndrome - Ali Jafer

Dr Ali Jafer talks about Irritable bowel syndrome. Ali is a Consultant Gastroenterologist for Waitemata DHB and has special interests in small intestine disease, GI bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease and capsule endoscopy.

Topics

Definitions
What causes IBS – risk factors
Red flags
Diagnosis
Managing IBS in General practice
Explaining to patients
Drug therapy
Role for anti-depressants
Alternatives? Probiotics?
Referral
Take home messages

Resources

Auckland Regional Health Pathways

Patient Resources

Presenter

Dr Ali Jafer

Consultant Gastroenterologist

To find out more about Dr Jafer Click here.

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