Question

A 38-year-old woman has recurrent dyspepsia with normal endoscopy and IBS symptoms. She asks about probiotics. According to US guidance, what is recommended for IBS management?

Accepted Answer

Low-FODMAP diet trial and peppermint oil as options

Answer

Probiotics routinely for all IBS patients

Answer

Long-term antibiotics for symptom control

Answer

Immediate colonoscopy in all IBS

Answer

High-dose opioids for pain-predominant IBS

Practice question

A 38-year-old woman has recurrent dyspepsia with normal endoscopy and IBS symptoms. She asks about probiotics. According to US guidance, what is recommended for IBS management?