We're not really sure what causes IBS. There are some theories. It may be that it's at the level of the gut, so a spastic colon, or maybe the nerves to the gut are hypersensitive. It may be that ...

Michigan Medicine and Cleveland Clinic researchers have found that patients with irritable bowel syndrome were more likely to ...

If you’ve been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) and chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC), some treatments can help manage both conditions. An effective ...

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.

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.

For most people, this would jumpstart a round of "gas" jokes. But if you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, eating beans isn't funny, it's PAINFUL. In addition to being a dietitian who ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder that affects the intestine, causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and changes in bowel habits, including diarrhea ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a combination of digestive symptoms, including ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic condition that affects your gastrointestinal tract. Known for causing painful bloating, cramping, and gas, IBS often causes changes in your bowel movements.