Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness

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About Course

IBS is a common, usually long-term condition affecting the digestive system. This course explains the main symptoms, common triggers, how IBS is diagnosed and the self-help measures the NHS recommends, so you can support colleagues, clients or family members with understanding.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This is general health awareness training based on published NHS information. It does not diagnose or treat any condition and is not a substitute for advice from a doctor, nurse, pharmacist or NHS 111. In an emergency, call 999.

What Will You Learn?

  • Recognise the four main symptoms of IBS and the other symptoms it can cause
  • Know which red-flag symptoms need an urgent GP appointment or NHS 111
  • Understand why there is no single test for IBS and what tests rule out
  • Describe the NHS diet, lifestyle and pharmacy measures that can help

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • What IBS is and its symptoms
  • When to get medical advice and how IBS is diagnosed
  • Diet, lifestyle and medicines that can help

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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