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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome refers to a complex disorder of the lower intestinal tract. It is mainly characterized by a pattern of symptoms that is often worsened by emotional stress. The condition involves hypersensitivit...
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Symptoms
Chronic and frequent diarrhea, usually accompanied by pain; Chronic and frequent constipation, usually accompanied by p...
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Causes
Irritable bowel syndrome involves a combination of abdominal pain and alternating constipation and diarrhea. There are ...
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Tests
Tests usually reveal no problems. Not all patients require endoscopy, especially if symptoms begin early in life and ha...
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Treatments
The goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms. Changes in diet may help relieve symptoms in some patients. No diet works...
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Drugs
Irritable Bowel Syndrome : Medications.
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Supplements
Bacopa
Belladonna
Globe artichoke
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Alternative Therapies
Alternative treatment. Parents should discuss these alternative treatments with the child's doctor to determine the tec...
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Risk Factors
emotional stress
Female Gender
Low Fiber Diet
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Complications
Discomfort; Dehydration; Malnutrition resulting from food avoidance; Depression.
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Prevention
No known prevention
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Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome or if you notice a persistent change in...
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