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IBS and Back Pain

A person who struggles with low back pain close to buttocks due to some disc and bone loss still has constipation issues almost daily. Is there a definite difference between knowing for certain it's all IBS & constipation

  1. Great question! I'm sorry you've been suffering with back pain and constipation. I hope you find some answers soon! There are a few things that distinguish normal constipation and IBS-C. This article has more information about this. I think you'll find it helpful. https://irritablebowelsyndrome.net/living/ibs-c-more-than-constipation. Have you ever spoken to a doctor about this? - Kat (Team Member)

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