Olivia has been suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) for time now. She has undergone conventional therapy previously and has not responded well to it. Her doctor has prescribed alosetron to treat her. The drug should be discontinued if Olivia displays symptoms of ________.

A. psoriasis
B. craniosynostosis
C. hypertension
D. ischemic colitis


Answer: D

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