Category: Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
Tips for Managing IBS Symptoms and Triggers
Posted by: Center for Digestive Health in Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
You may be aware of some of your triggers even before you receive an official diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome. When you know what causes flare-ups, you can avoid them more easily. By avoiding known triggers, you can reduce the frequency of some of your symptoms. You may also be able to treat and manage […]
Read MoreWhat is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and How is it Treated
Posted by: Center for Digestive Health in Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS is signified by experiencing a mixture of discomfort and pain in the belly or lower abdomen and changing bowel habits. You may feel like you need to go more or less often than usual. You may also have different kinds of stool such as hard, soft, thin, or liquid. It’s […]
Read MoreIBS – What It Is and What It’s Not
Posted by: Center for Digestive Health in Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
The medical community is still unsure of the specific cause of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). They do know that certain people are predisposed to getting it. Most symptoms seem to be the result of the colon’s muscle contractions. IBS is connected to increased sensitivities to food, having more gas, or erratic unexplainable changes in stool. […]
Read More5 Tips for Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Posted by: Center for Digestive Health in Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
Irritable bowel syndrome is no fun whether you just received the diagnosis, or you’ve been working through the symptoms for years. The symptoms often disrupt daily life and can make things like travel, work, and relationships more difficult to deal with. While it is true IBS symptoms can impact your day-to-day decisions, some preparation can […]
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