Assessment of Knowledge and Related Risk Factors of Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Alahsa, Saudi Arabia.

Khan, Abdul Haseeb; Alsayegh, Hassan; Ali, Mustafa; Qurini, Abdulaziz; AlKhars, Hassan; Alkhars, Ali Abdulhaq

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“…So far, IBS has been a costly medical condition, consuming a lot of unnecessary investigations and medications. 7 It is also exhausting for the healthcare providers because of the frequent primary healthcare visits and repeated referrals to gastroenterologist. 1,7,8 There is no definite investigation for the diagnosis of IBS, and the diagnosis can be established by using the Rome IV Criteria, which depends on a group of symptoms for certain duration of time for the diagnosis of IBS.…”

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“…7 It is also exhausting for the healthcare providers because of the frequent primary healthcare visits and repeated referrals to gastroenterologist. 1,7,8 There is no definite investigation for the diagnosis of IBS, and the diagnosis can be established by using the Rome IV Criteria, which depends on a group of symptoms for certain duration of time for the diagnosis of IBS. 6,7,9 Unfortunately, there are a lot of people who suffer from IBS and remain undiagnosed; only around 30% of those suffering from IBS reach out for medical care.…”

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“…1,7,8 There is no definite investigation for the diagnosis of IBS, and the diagnosis can be established by using the Rome IV Criteria, which depends on a group of symptoms for certain duration of time for the diagnosis of IBS. 6,7,9 Unfortunately, there are a lot of people who suffer from IBS and remain undiagnosed; only around 30% of those suffering from IBS reach out for medical care. 8 Secondary school level is considered a very stressful and sensitive period of age since the adolescent students are heading for college and have to define their choices for the future.…”

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Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Among Female Secondary School students in Ar Rass City, Qassim Region

Alharbi

Jahan

2022

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Background Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common chronic gastrointestinal condition associated with many modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors. Objectives To determine the prevalence of IBS and the associated risk factors among female secondary school students in Ar Rass city, Qassim region, Saudi Arabia. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted from June to August 2021 among female students attending government secondary schools at Ar Rass city, Qassim region. Two schools were selected by simple random sampling. A self-administered questionnaire using Google Form, submitted to the WhatsApp groups of the students, gathered personal data, and behavioral, lifestyle and health background characteristics of the participants. The questionnaire included Rome IV criteria for IBS diagnosis. Results Out of 612 invited students, 429 responded (response rate: 70.1%). Twenty-eight incomplete questionnaires were excluded leading to 401 participants in the final analysis. The mean (± SD) age of study participants was 17.3 (±2.05) years. The overall prevalence of IBS was 21.4% (n=86); 11.7% (n=47) were already diagnosed; however, 9.7% (n=39) were newly detected in our survey. The factors associated with IBS included frequent consumption of soft drinks (p=0.016), low vegetable consumption (p=0.003), poor mental health (p<0.0001), family history of IBS (p<0.0001) and history of chronic disease (p<0.0001). Conclusion IBS is prevalent among female secondary school students in Ar Rass city. Unhealthy diet and poor mental health are associated with IBS. Creating awareness regarding IBS and about importance of healthy lifestyle is recommended. School staff need to be trained to promote the physical and mental health of the students.

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Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Among Female Secondary School students in Ar Rass City, Qassim Region

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2022

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“…Moreover, studies conducted on IBS prevalence among school students, school instructors and university students In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia showed the prevalence rates ranging from 9% to 40% (Arishi et al, 2021). It is important to mention that prevalence is noticeably higher in youthful adults than different age groups (Khan et al, 2019). In a research conducted on Saudi patients with IBD to evaluate their KAP toward IBS, it was discovered that the majority of the patients had misunderstandings regarding the nature and etiology of the illness (Algabr et al, 2018).…”

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“…In a study that was done at Alahsa, Saudi Arabia found that a large percentage of participants were well aware of the symptoms, indicators, risk factors, prognosis and disease management (Khan et al, 2019). IBS impairs the quality of life and could affect the physical function, emotional and social life resulting in depression, loss of confidence and deterioration in work status.…”

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Knowledge, attitude and practice towards irritable bowel syndrome among young adults in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

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Sonbul²,

Alzahrani³

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Background: A non-organic gastrointestinal disorder called irritable-bowelsyndrome (IBS) is characterized by recurring stomach pain or discomfort and irregular stool habits. Many academics have taken an interest in it since it is a global issue that affects people's health and economies. This paper intends to identify knowledge, attitude and practice regarding irritable bowel syndrome among young adults in Jeddah city. Methodology: In Jeddah city, crosssectional research was conducted. All individuals who volunteer to participate in this study filled a self-administered anonymous questionnaire in Arabic and in English. In the survey, demographic data was collected, and IBS knowledge, attitude and practice of participants were evaluated. Data was statistically analyzed using the (SPSS) program, version 25. Results: The study consisted of 542 participants 39.5% of them were males and 60.5% were females. 56.6% of participants aged between 20-25 years old. 56.5% have heard of irritable bowel syndrome. Only 18.5% have been diagnosed with irritable-bowel-syndrome (IBS) by a doctor. 67.3% of participants think that IBS Reduces Quality of Life. Conclusion: This study shows that the general Saudi population knows insufficient about irritable bowel syndrome.Enhanced quality of life for IBS patients may encourage them to seek medical care as soon as possible, while also lowering anxiety and reducing the number of times they need to visit the hospital. These benefits could result from educating the general public about IBS to improve understanding and reduce misconceptions about the serious disease's development.

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Assessment of Public’s Awareness Regarding Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Aseer Region, Saudi Arabia

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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal disorder characterized by altered bowel habits, abdominal pain, or discomfort. It is a highly prevalent disorder that affects patients’ quality of life. A workup is usually required to diagnose IBS, as its differential diagnosis includes some serious conditions such as carcinoma of the colon. The present study aimed to assess the awareness and beliefs of the general population regarding IBS. This study was conducted in the Aseer Region, in the southwestern part of Saudi Arabia. It followed a cross-sectional research design that was conducted during the period from January to March 2021 using a structured self-administered questionnaire to assess the demographic variables in addition to questions to assess participants’ awareness and beliefs related to IBS. Following a convenience sample, the study included 779 participants, with 43.3% being male, mostly in the age group 21–30 years (36.7%), and 68.7% being university graduates. Most participants (70.5%) were aware of IBS, and had the correct knowledge about its etiology, symptoms, risk factors, prognosis, and management. It is recommended to conduct various awareness-raising programs regarding IBS to improve the public’s knowledge and to decrease functional disabilities and their impact on life.

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Assessment of Knowledge and Related Risk Factors of Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Alahsa, Saudi Arabia.

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Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Among Female Secondary School students in Ar Rass City, Qassim Region

Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Among Female Secondary School students in Ar Rass City, Qassim Region

Knowledge, attitude and practice towards irritable bowel syndrome among young adults in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Assessment of Public’s Awareness Regarding Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Aseer Region, Saudi Arabia

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