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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2017 Aug 1.
Published in final edited form as: Mayo Clin Proc. 2016 Aug;91(8):1118–1132. doi: 10.1016/j.mayocp.2016.06.003

Figure 4.

Figure 4

Multidisciplinary Management of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders. After a meticulous clinical assessment, many patients with mild symptoms can be effectively managed with limited tests, sensible dietary modifications, and over-the-counter medications tailored to symptoms. Gastrointestinal endoscopy and imaging should be performed only when indicated. Behavioral and psychological approaches can be very helpful, particularly in patients with chronic abdominal pain who require a multidisciplinary pain management program without opioids.