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Helping Patients Manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome | DVD-R


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Release Date:  January 24, 2008
Sales Rank:  172,153nd


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Millions of people with a condition known as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) suffer from chronic or long-standing abdominal discomfort. Despite enormous research, a clear cause of IBS remains a mystery. This episode of Healthy Body, Healthy Mind explores the advances being made in treating IBS symptoms, which can range from constipation to diarrhea. One highlight is a look at how beneficial microorganisms called probiotics are making a big difference for patients.This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

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