A research review in the American Journal of Gastroenterology recommends that those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) be genetically tested for gluten sensitivity intolerance. The Review discusses the role of diet as a contributing cause of IBS symptoms. The authors of the paper further state that the classic signs of celiac disease are often absent for those suffering with IBS even thought gluten sensitivity is the culprit.
Source: Am J Gastroenterl 2009;104:1587-94.
