Symptoms



What are the signs and symptoms of IBS? The symptoms of IBS are usually worse after eating and tend to come and go in bouts. Most people have a flare-up of symptoms that lasts two to four days. After this time, the symptoms usually improve but do not disappear completely. A symptom is something the patient senses and describes, while a sign is something other people, such as the doctor notice. For example, drowsiness may be a symptom while dilated pupils may be a sign. There are three types of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): 1. IBS with constipation - The patient experiences stomach pain, discomfort, bloating, infrequent or much delayed bowel movements, or hard/lumpy stools. 2. IBS with diarrhea - The patient experiences stomach pain, discomfort, an urgent need to pass stools (open bowels, go to the toilet), very frequent bowel movements, or watery/loose stools. 3. IBS with alternating constipation and diarrhea – Mixed IBS - Many patients alternate between types as time goes by. In each category there are about the same number of patients. Red flag symptoms Certain symptoms indicate you may have another serious condition and that you need further tests. These symptoms include:  Unexplained weight loss  A swelling or lump in your abdomen or bottom  Bleeding from your bottom  Anemia (a lack of red blood cells) The most common symptoms experienced by people with IBS are:  A change in bowel habits, either diarrhea, constipation, and even both.  Abdominal pain and cramping - these symptoms are usually relieved after going to the toilet.  After going to the toilet the patient may feel that his/her bowels are not fully emptied.  Gas (wind, farting).  Passing of mucus from the back passage (rectum).  Sudden urgent need to go to the toilet, which can lead to fecal incontinence if a lavatory is not at hand.  Swelling/bloating of the abdomen. Most symptoms tend to worsen after eating. Typically, a patient will have a flare-up which may last from 2 to 4 days, and then symptoms either improve or go away completely. IBS signs and symptoms may vary considerably from patient to patient. They often resemble those of other diseases and conditions. Most individuals only have mild symptoms of IBS. However, symptoms may sometimes be severe and disabling. It is important to discuss symptoms with a doctor because they may occur with other diseases. IBS may also cause symptoms to appear in other parts of the body, apart from the bowel area. These may include:  Burping  Frequent urination  Halitosis (bad breath)  Headache  Joint pain  Muscle pain  Nausea  Pain in the lower back  Persistent fatigue  Anxiety and/or depression may also occur in people with IBS, usually because of the discomfort and embarrassment that are often linked to the condition.



What are the signs and symptoms of IBS?
The symptoms of IBS are usually worse after eating and tend to come and go in bouts.

Most people have a flare-up of symptoms that lasts two to four days. After this time, the symptoms usually improve but do not disappear completely.

A symptom is something the patient senses and describes, while a sign is something other people, such as the doctor notice. For example, drowsiness may be a symptom while dilated pupils may be a sign.

There are three types of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS):
  1. IBS with constipation - The patient experiences stomach pain, discomfort, bloating, infrequent or much delayed bowel movements, or hard/lumpy stools.
  2. IBS with diarrhea - The patient experiences stomach pain, discomfort, an urgent need to pass stools (open bowels, go to the toilet), very frequent bowel movements, or watery/loose stools.
  3. IBS with alternating constipation and diarrhea – Mixed IBS - Many patients alternate between types as time goes by. In each category there are about the same number of patients.

Red flag symptoms
Certain symptoms indicate you may have another serious condition and that you need further tests. These symptoms include:
¬  Unexplained weight loss
¬  A swelling or lump in your abdomen or bottom
¬  Bleeding from your bottom 
¬  Anemia (a lack of red blood cells)


The most common symptoms experienced by people with IBS are:
ü  A change in bowel habits, either diarrhea, constipation, and even both.
ü  Abdominal pain and cramping - these symptoms are usually relieved after going to the toilet.
ü  After going to the toilet the patient may feel that his/her bowels are not fully emptied.
ü  Gas (wind, farting).
ü  Passing of mucus from the back passage (rectum).
ü  Sudden urgent need to go to the toilet, which can lead to fecal incontinence if a lavatory is not at hand.
ü  Swelling/bloating of the abdomen.

Most symptoms tend to worsen after eating. Typically, a patient will have a flare-up which may last from 2 to 4 days, and then symptoms either improve or go away completely.

IBS signs and symptoms may vary considerably from patient to patient. They often resemble those of other diseases and conditions.

Most individuals only have mild symptoms of IBS. However, symptoms may sometimes be severe and disabling. It is important to discuss symptoms with a doctor because they may occur with other diseases.

IBS may also cause symptoms to appear in other parts of the body, apart from the bowel area. These may include:
Ø  Burping
Ø  Frequent urination
Ø  Halitosis (bad breath)
Ø  Headache
Ø  Joint pain
Ø  Muscle pain
Ø  Nausea
Ø  Pain in the lower back
Ø  Persistent fatigue

Ø  Anxiety and/or depression may also occur in people with IBS, usually because of the discomfort and embarrassment that are often linked to the condition.






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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)





Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Irritable bowel syndrome* (IBS) is a “syndrome,” meaning a group of symptoms. The most common symptoms of IBS are abdominal pain or discomfort often reported as cramping, bloating, gas, diarrhoea, and/or constipation. IBS affects the colon, or large bowel, which is the part of the digestive tract that stores stool.

IBS is not a disease. It’s a functional disorder, meaning that the bowel doesn’t work, or function, correctly.


Causes of IBS

Doctors are not sure what causes IBS. The nerves and muscles in the bowel appear to be extra sensitive in people with IBS. Muscles may contract too much when you eat. These contractions can cause cramping and diarrhoea during or shortly after a meal. Or the nerves may react when the bowel stretches, causing cramping or pain.

IBS can be painful. But it does not damage the colon or other parts of the digestive system. IBS does not lead to other health problems.


Symptoms of IBS

The main symptoms of IBS are

· Abdominal pain or discomfort in the abdomen, often relieved by or associated with a bowel movement

· Chronic diarrhoea, constipation, or a combination of both

Other symptoms are

· Whitish mucus in the stool

· A swollen or bloated abdomen

· The feeling that you have not finished a bowel movement

Women with IBS often have more symptoms during their menstrual periods.


Diet Changes

Some foods and drinks make IBS worse.

Foods and drinks that may cause or worsen symptoms include

  • Fatty foods, like French fries
  • Milk products, like cheese or ice cream
  • Chocolate
  • Alcohol
  • Caffeinated drinks, like coffee and some sodas
  • Carbonated drinks like soda


To find out which foods are a problem,

Keep a diary that tracks

  • what you eat during the day
  • what symptoms you have
  • when symptoms occur
  • what foods always make you feel sick Take your notes to the doctor to see if certain foods trigger your symptoms or make them worse. If so, you should avoid eating these foods or eat less of them.


Some foods make IBS better.

Fiber may reduce the constipation associated with IBS because it makes stool soft and easier to pass. However, some people with IBS who have more sensitive nerves may feel a bit more abdominal discomfort after adding more fiber to their diet. Fiber is found in foods such as breads, cereals, beans, fruits, and vegetables.

Examples of foods with fiber include

Fruits- apples, peaches

Vegetables- broccoli (raw), carrots (raw), cabbage, peas

Breads, cereals, and beans- kidney beans, lima beans, whole-grain bread, whole-grain cereal


Does stress cause IBS?

Emotional stress does not cause IBS. But people with IBS may have their bowels react more to stress. So, if you already have IBS, stress can make your symptoms worse.


Stress Relief

Learning to reduce stress can help with IBS. With less stress, you may find you have less cramping

it easier to manage your symptoms.

Meditation, exercise, hypnosis, and counselling may help. You may need to try different activities to see what works best for you.


Points to Remember

• IBS means your bowel doesn’t work the right way.

• IBS can cause cramping, bloating, gas, diarrhoea, and constipation.

• IBS doesn’t damage the bowel or lead to other health problems.

• The doctor will diagnose IBS based on your symptoms. You may need to have medical tests to rule out other health problems.

• Stress doesn’t cause IBS, but it can make your symptoms worse.

• Fatty foods, milk products, chocolate, alcohol, and caffeinated and carbonated drinks can trigger symptoms.

• Eating foods with fiber and eating small meals throughout the day may reduce symptoms.

• Treatment for IBS may include medicine, stress relief, and changes in eating habits


Treatment

Homoeopathic methods of treatment have effective medicines for IBS, and also relieves mental fag because of IBS


For Homoeopathic treatment

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