Psychosocial factors in functional gastrointestinal disorders

Many people have gastrointestinal complaints. Investigations often do not show visible abnormalities of the gastrointestinal tract: in that case a diagnosis of a functional gastrointestinal disorder is made, were a malfunction of the “gut-brain axis” can play a role. Kruimel and Leue give explanation and share experience on the importance of good communication between patient and doctor, with attention for psychosocial factors.