Functional gastrointestinal disorders, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), aren’t just common anymore; they’re becoming the ...

IBS is a common condition affecting 7% to 16% of people in America, characterized by symptoms like cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits. The exact cause of IBS remains ...

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is among the most common gastrointestinal conditions today. It affects some 10% to 15% of people in the U.S., per the American College of Gastroenterology. A chronic ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Key Takeaways Therapies recommended for all IBS subtypes include increasing dietary ...

IBS-C, or IBS with predominant constipation symptoms. IBS-D, IBD with predominant diarrhea symptoms. IBS with mixed symptoms, where constipation and diarrhea can both occur. The exact reasons as to ...

Young adults with increased stress in their lives, and who live a sedentary lifestyle with no exercise and also eat a poor diet may be at high risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome. IBS is a ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastrointestinal conditions you can get. It's defined as abdominal pain or discomfort with, ahem, "altered" bowel habits over a period of time.

My stomach hurts before I leave the house in the morning,” “I suddenly need to go to the bathroom during my commute or at ...

Irritable bowel syndrome showed differences in incidence by season, with new cases occurring most frequently in autumn. While ...

Pregnancy causes hormonal changes which may trigger or worsen IBS symptoms. If you have IBS and you’re planning on becoming pregnant, making lifestyle and dietary changes can help. Women are more than ...

Researchers at the University of Missouri School of Medicine have uncovered a link between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and somatic disorders, such as fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.

From abdominal pain and bloating to urgent bathroom trips and constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be a disruptive condition to live with. Fortunately, there are treatments available that ...