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Irritable bowel syndrome
- Reviewed by Lawrence S. Friedman, MD, Contributor; Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting up to 15% of people in the United States. Common symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea, constipation, gas, and bloating. Living with IBS can significantly affect a person's quality of life.
No one knows what causes IBS, and most people with IBS are not cured. The goal of treatment is to manage symptoms and reduce the frequency and severity of flare-ups.
The most common approach is making dietary changes — eliminating or reducing problem foods. Certain supplements and over-the-counter and prescription medications also may help ease symptoms. Stress management techniques such as yoga, meditation, and acupuncture, and psychological therapy like cognitive behavioral therapy and biofeedback, can also help.
What are somatic workouts?
How to curb your stress eating
How to spot Parkinson’s disease symptoms
8 simple ways to reduce ultra-processed foods in your diet
Heart failure symptoms in women: How they’re different
GERD diet: Foods to avoid to reduce acid reflux
Strong is the new skinny
Everyday habits that sneakily weaken your bones
Don’t wait to get help for back pain
Correcting how you walk may ease osteoarthritis knee pain
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