Role of infection in irritable bowel syndrome
Role of infection in irritable bowel syndrome
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Japan: Springer Nature B.V
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English
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Japan: Springer Nature B.V
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Infection by pathogenic organisms leads to mucosal damage and disruption of the gut's extensive commensal flora, factors which may lead to prolonged bowel dysfunction. Six to 17% of unselected irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients believe their symptoms began with an infection, which is supported by prospective studies showing a 4%-31% incidence...
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Role of infection in irritable bowel syndrome
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TN_cdi_proquest_journals_217164542
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_proquest_journals_217164542
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0944-1174
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1435-5922
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10.1007/s00535-006-1925-8
