HERBAL TREATMENT OF IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME IN ELDERLY

Authors

  • Lakshmikant Kaimal Shri Krishna College of Pharmacy & Research Centre Near Parassala Railway Station (Mulluvila), Parassala P.O., Thiruvananthapuram- 695502, Kerala, India
  • Rajasi Eradi Shri Krishna College of Pharmacy & Research Centre Near Parassala Railway Station (Mulluvila), Parassala P.O., Thiruvananthapuram- 695502, Kerala, India

Abstract

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common health problem affecting a substantial proportion of the population. Many individuals with symptoms of IBS do not seek medical attention or have stopped consulting because of disillusionment with current treatment options. Such patients may choose to re-consult with the advent of new therapies with a resulting impact on health services.

Aim: To generate reliable estimates of the prevalence of IBS by age, sex and symptom group.

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2013-12-31

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