Should I have tests for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

References

Citations

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Author: Carrie Henley
Robin Parks, MS		Last Updated: August 22, 2006
Medical Review: Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Tom Bailey, MD - Family Medicine
Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology

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