IBS Explained Simply: Symptoms, Red Flags, Tests & Treatment

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Explained – From Diagnosis to Management

IBS is a common but often misunderstood condition that can significantly affect quality of life.

In this video, we break down everything you need to know about IBS, from recognizing symptoms to identifying red flags and choosing the right management approach.

📌 In this video, you’ll learn:

What IBS is and how it’s diagnosed
Common symptoms of IBS (IBS-C, IBS-D, IBS-M)
Red flag (alarm) symptoms that suggest something more serious
When and why investigations are needed
Tests used to rule out other conditions
Evidence-based management options, including lifestyle changes, diet, medications, and psychological approaches

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, struggling with symptoms, or studying medicine, this video provides a clear, structured, and practical overview of IBS.

⚠️ Important: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment.

👍 If you found this helpful, like the video, subscribe for more medical explanations, and share it with anyone dealing with IBS.

Presented by: Dr Daniel Follows/‪@GPMadeEasy‬

Resources:
NICE IBS Guidance - https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/irrita...
RCGP E-Learning - https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/course/...
Guts Charity - https://gutscharity.org.uk (Unfortunately IBS Network has had to close its doors since the production of this video)

#IBS #IrritableBowelSyndrome #GutHealth #DigestiveHealth #IBSAwareness #lifestyle #nhs #registrar #GP #gptrainee #GPregistrar #familymedicine #health #wellbeing #socialmedia #residency #life #fyp #viral #medicine #medicalstudent #medicalschool #premed #premedicine #doctor #studentlife #explorepage #education #healthtips #patienteducation #reels #reelsuk #registrar #juniordoctor