06/21/2021
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and what are its symptoms?
IBS is a chronic health condition that affects the large intestine and requires long-term management. You might have heard it referred to as “spastic colon.” According to the National Institutes of Health, it may affect upwards of 20% of Americans. Most people do not suffer severe symptoms, but IBS is certainly uncomfortable and can disrupt daily life. Irritable bowel syndrome usually falls into these categories: constipation-predominant, diarrhea-predominant, or mixed.
Dr. Habba first suggested that IBS is a collection of different conditions rather than a true single diagnosis—an umbrella diagnosis that encompasses a range of symptoms, rather than pointing to a specific condition. That said, it must be accurately diagnosed and treated.
So what are the symptoms of IBS?
● Cramping and abdominal pain
● Bloating during a bowel movement
● Persistent changes in bowel movement appearance (perhaps more mucus in the stool) and frequency
To determine whether your abdominal condition is IBS or another GI disorder as opposed to more serious conditions (such as colon cancer), patients should get tested.
For more information, visit: https://www.habbasyndrome.com/IBS
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