Irritable Bowel Syndrome Learning Center

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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...
Causes
Irritable bowel syndrome involves a combination of abdominal pain and alternating constipation and diarrhea. There are ...
Tests
Tests usually reveal no problems. Not all patients require endoscopy, especially if symptoms begin early in life and ha...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms. Changes in diet may help relieve symptoms in some patients. No diet works...
Drugs
Irritable Bowel Syndrome : Medications.
Supplements
  • Bacopa
  • Belladonna
  • Globe artichoke
Alternative Therapies
Alternative treatment. Parents should discuss these alternative treatments with the child's doctor to determine the tec...
Risk Factors
  • emotional stress
  • Female Gender
  • Low Fiber Diet
Complications
Discomfort; Dehydration; Malnutrition resulting from food avoidance; Depression.
Prevention
  • No known prevention
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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