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...Counseling and psychological therapy have proven to be helpful in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) because they elevate overall well-being. Many studies demonstrate an increase in negative moods...

...Although stress does not cause irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), stress can act as a trigger for symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain. It is also believed that stress...

...Exercise has been shown to improve symptoms experienced by people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Physical activity has many advantages to the health and well-being of the body, including increasing...

...As many as 70 to 90 percent of people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) say their symptoms get worse when they eat certain foods. Keeping a symptom and food diary...

...The symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be managed using different treatments. The best treatment for you will depend on the symptoms you have. Treatment options may include: Diet...

...Colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy are medical procedures that allow a doctor to look at a person’s large intestine (colon). In both, a flexible, narrow tube with a small camera at the...

...Many people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) notice that their symptoms get worse after they eat certain foods. One common food sensitivity among people with IBS is called lactose intolerance...

...Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) stems from a problematic relationship between the gut and the brain. IBS can be hard to diagnose because it does not have a clear cause. It...

...Nausea is a common symptom in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Nausea is just one of many symptoms associated with IBS. Other IBS symptoms may include: Nausea is an...

...Tenesmus is the medical term to describe the feeling that you need to go to the bathroom but cannot. There are 2 types of tenesmus: rectal tenesmus (needing to have...

...Bloating around the stomach area affects over 90 percent of people with IBS. It is usually not the most severe symptom of IBS, but it is one of the most...

...Many people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) have excessive gassiness (flatulence). Excess gas can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. And the resulting stress can have a negative impact on a person’s...

...Constipation is a common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is 1 of the 3 main types of IBS: IBS with constipation, or IBS-C. Constipation is when bowel movements...

...Diarrhea is a common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is 1 of 3 main types of IBS: IBS with diarrhea, otherwise known as IBS-D. Diarrhea is when your...

...Stomach pain is the most common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Stomach pain is so common among people with IBS, it is part of the Rome 4 criteria used...

...For people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), common gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms include stomach pain, gas and bloating, diarrhea, or constipation. These can be experienced one at a time or in...

...Many things can trigger irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms, including hormones. Recent evidence shows that hormones – particularly estrogen and progesterone – may trigger IBS symptoms or make IBS symptoms...

...Stress is a common trigger of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Studies show that stress makes IBS symptoms worse. IBS can bring on added stress, resulting in a cycle that can...

...Doctors do not know the exact reasons why a person develops irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is likely a combination of many factors, including genetics, changes in gut bacteria, how...