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Students, for example, will take later classes if they have difficulty getting out of the house because they diarrhea or constipation.

Stress plays a predominant role in IBS.

Taking some time to relax, some timed breathing, relaxation exercises during the day can be very useful. Exercise, drinking plenty of fluids, those are very simple lifestyle modifications that patients can make.

ANNOUNCER: In years past, Irritable Bowel Syndrome had been a difficult diagnosis, for patients and doctors alike. That's changed as doctors have learned more about IBS and as more effective treatments have become available.

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