Marisa Lauren Troy...Marisa was previously an advocate on IrritableBowelSyndrome.net. Marisa was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, a form of inflammatory bowel disease, when she was 13 years old. After keeping her disease a... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Hannah Noonan...Hannah was previously and advocate on IrritableBowelSyndrome.net. Hannah is a Nutritionist and recipe developer with a passion for gut health. After dealing with digestive issues for many years, she was... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
5 Quick and Easy Low FODMAP Meals for Breakfast...Whole foods, foods that are as close to their natural form as possible, are full of nutrients and can provide a filling and nutritious start to the day. If you’re... By Hannah Noonan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS Symptom History...In order to diagnose irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), your doctor will assess your past medical history and your family's medical history. They will review any medicines you are currently taking... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
The Low FODMAP Diet...If you live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), your doctor might suggest a special diet to help figure out which foods may be triggering your symptoms. One of these diets... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Antidepressants for IBS...Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic gut disease caused by changes in the way the gut and brain communicate. The first steps in its treatment are usually changes in... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Community...Have a question? Ask the community! Share your story or read about others living with irritable bowel syndrome. Post in our forum boards and join the conversation! See the latest... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Community Health Leaders...In order to stay up to date on latest treatments, drug discovery, clinical studies and how to manage IBS everyday IrritableBowelSyndrome.net brings you frequent articles, blogs, points of view and... By Editorial Team 9 min readBookmark for later
Community Rules...These rules apply to all activity on IrritableBowelSyndrome.net or Health Union operated properties, including but not limited to the website, IrritableBowelSyndrome.net Facebook pages, Instagram, etc. The term “activity” includes, but... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
About Us...At IrritableBowelSyndrome.net we empower patients and caregivers to take control of IBS by providing a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals. IBS can have an... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Contact Us...Have a question? We’re here to help. Please email us at contact@irritablebowelsyndrome.net. Please note that our team hours are Monday-Friday 8:30AM - 5:30PM EST. While we may respond during the... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
School and IBS...IBS can occur at any age, but it often begins during the teen years or early adulthood. Symptoms can be painful and disruptive. This leads many with IBS to have... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Work and IBS...Because symptoms from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), including diarrhea, constipation, pain, and bloating, affect a person’s daily activities, they can affect a person’s work life as well. A recent survey... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Smoking and IBS...Cigarette smoking harms nearly every organ in the body. Smoking introduces harmful chemicals into the lungs, which are circulated throughout the body. These chemicals can cause disease and have a... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Support from Friends and Family...While living with a chronic condition like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may cause a patient to feel isolated at times, it is also considered a “family disease.” Dealing with the... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Medications No Longer Approved To Treat IBS...Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be a difficult disease to treat, and patients often must try several different treatment options before finding the one or a combination that works best... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Keeping a Symptom Diary...There is no specific test for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is an illness based on symptoms. The goal of treatment is to manage those symptoms. Keeping a written record... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Living With An Invisible Illness...Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic and frustrating disease with fluctuating symptoms. Many of those symptoms are difficult to talk about, and from the outside, it may appear that... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Living With IBS...Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an illness that affects both your physical and mental health. It can be challenging to manage your symptoms and their impact. But doing so can... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Does IBS Have A Cure?...IBS is typically considered a lifelong condition with exacerbations and remissions. Some people will recover completely. Management of symptoms will improve the outcome. Establishing realistic expectations for managing IBS is... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
