A 20-Year-Old Engineering Student Complains of Episodes of Abdominal Discomfort,bloating,and

question 31

Multiple Choice

A 20-year-old engineering student complains of episodes of abdominal discomfort,bloating,and episodes of diarrhea.The symptoms usually occur after eating,and pain is frequently relieved with bowel movement.She is on a "celiac diet" and the episodic symptoms persist.Physical examination and diagnostic tests are negative.Colonoscopy is negative for any abnormalities.This is a history and physical consistent with:

• A) Inflammatory bowel disease
• B) Irritable bowel syndrome
• C) Laxative abuse
• D) Norovirus gastroenteritis