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Background
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder with a predominance in women; IBS in men is less studied. The present study evaluated symptoms as well as health and social experiences of men with IBS.
Methods
This cross‐sectional study included 293 patients with IBS (64 men) and 363 non‐IBS controls (62 men). Gastrointestinal symptom diaries were filled in prospectively, and data on comorbidities...