These painful spasms may be caused by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Two in three people with IBS are women—and scientists are still investigating why. “Hot girls have IBS.” This ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and colon cancer symptoms can look alike. However, unlike IBS, colon cancer may cause bloody stool, fatigue, and unexplained weight loss, among other unique symptoms.

Uncomfortable bloating is one of the main symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). You may also have abdominal pain, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. All of these symptoms may be frustrating ...