Gilbert Frequently Experiences Symptoms Consistent with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

question 47

Multiple Choice

Gilbert frequently experiences symptoms consistent with irritable bowel syndrome. His wife points out that Gilbert's cousin Miriam has similar symptoms. Gilbert has not sought medical care. Based on research by Ringström et al. (2007) , there is about a 50% chance that Gilbert will

• A) discuss his symptoms with his cousin to get advice.
• B) discuss his symptoms with a physician to find help.
• C) discuss his symptoms with alternative practitioners.
• D) discuss his symptoms with (a) or (c), more than (b).

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