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Key takeaways:
- The State of IBS 2025 report draws on survey data from over 3,000 individuals with IBS across the US, UK, Australia, Europe, and beyond.
- 26.5% of respondents waited more than 5 years for a diagnosis, and 76% said they had to advocate for themselves in order to be diagnosed.
- 59.7% said the gut-brain connection was never discussed as part of their care, and only 11.8% reported being offered psychological therapies to manage IBS.
- The report offers actionable strategies to help clinicians improve engagement, adherence, and outcomes and align treatment with evolving patient needs.
The State of IBS 2025 report is now available, offering a deep dive into the lived experiences of over 3,000 individuals with IBS across the US, UK, Australia, Europe, and beyond.
Based on comprehensive survey data, the report highlights where care is falling short, how patients are managing their condition in the real world, and what clinicians can do to better align treatment strategies with evolving patient needs.
You’ll get access to key patient-reported data designed to inform your clinical decisions and help you deliver more connected, responsive, and durable care.
Key findings include:
• 26.5% of respondents waited more than 5 years for a diagnosis
• 59.7% said the gut–brain connection was never discussed as part of their care
• Only 11.8% reported being offered psychological therapies to manage IBS
• 76% said they had to advocate for themselves – either “somewhat” or “a lot” – in order to be diagnosed.
The report also explores the lasting burden of IBS, from symptom disruption to social isolation, and offers actionable strategies to support improved engagement, adherence, and outcomes.
