Clinical Case Study - Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Sixty-six-year-old David was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) after hospitalisation for diverticulitis in 2016. He experiences abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, gas and bloating after meals. Stress exacerbates these symptoms.

David has trialled several first-line treatments, including various dietary modifications, but none adequately relieved his symptoms.

In this case study, we explore how Dr. Xie prescribed medical cannabis products to manage David’s symptoms and help to improve his quality of life.

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Estimated Duration: 1 hour

Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this module, you’ll be able to:

• Explain the pathophysiology of IBS  and identify common management strategies 
• Discuss the potential benefits and limitations of medical cannabis as a treatment option for symptoms of IBS
• Identify suitable candidates for medical cannabis treatment
• Devise treatment plans that consider patient safety and minimise risk
• Facilitate clinical discussions with patients around medical cannabis as a therapeutic option in the management of IBS

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