For some patients IBS alternates between constipation IBS-C and diarrhoea IBS-D a subtype known as IBS-M mixed This dual ...

Drugs aren't always the best way to manage symptomsBy Sally WadykaAbout 10 to 15 percent of adults in the U.S. have irritable bowel syndrome, a condition that causes abdominal pain, gas, ...

One of the most common conditions that's associated with abdominal pain or discomfort is irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is a common condition that affects the digestive system. It causes symptoms like stomach ...

Adding IBS-friendly vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini can help reduce digestive discomfort, ease bloating, ...

Douglas A. Drossman, MD, Co-Director, UNC Center for Functional GI and Motility Disorder How can I help my IBS? Irritable bowel is very common and there's a whole spectrum of severity from mild to ...

Treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may start with lifestyle changes like avoiding certain foods and relieving stress. If these don’t work, some medications may help relieve symptoms.

Something that helps one person with IBS may not help another. “Prior to diagnosis, I tried things like avoiding fibre or gluten, meaning my diet would become quite restricted. So eventually I ...

Typically, the best way to manage IBS pain is to learn your triggers and adjust your eating pattern and lifestyle activities to help avoid flares. If you’re experiencing IBS pain, it’s always ...

Because IBS is so unique to each individual, it's an absolute necessity that each of us keeps an FFS Diary. That's a "food, feelings and symptoms" diary, and it's designed to help you uncover ...

Other therapy options, like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), can help you accept your symptoms while focusing on ...