Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Overview and Treatment
Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a digestive disorder, is the most common digestive condition among the population. IBS is a chronic condition that can cause a variety of symptoms including cramping and pain in the abdomen, diarrhea and/or constipation, urgency in bowel movements, passing mucus, bloating and swelling in the abdomen, and excessive gas. There can also be symptoms of pain in the lower back, muscles and joints, tiredness, nausea, headache, burping, halitosis, and increase and urgency in urination.
Most people with IBS typically experience symptoms as 2-4 day flare ups. Otherwise symptoms improve or are nonexistent. Women are twice as likely to have IBS than men are, and usually develops while people are in their 20s. Causes are unknown, but abnormality in digestive tract muscles, sensitive digestive organs, poor immune system, a problem with the central nervous system and signals to the digestive system, infection response, and stress, depression or trauma are all considered possible factors.
Treatment for IBS usually involves lifestyle changes. Diet and exercise can help with controlling symptoms. In dietary changes, be sure to eat slowly, have regular meals and small snacks during the day, and drink at least 8 cups of water or other non-caffeinated drinks. Avoid processed foods, have no more than 3 cups of tea and coffee per day, limit alcohol and fizzy drinks, and limit fresh fruit to 3 portions per day. Altering fiber intake may also be recommended by a doctor. Exercise at least 30 minutes each day, at least 5 days per week.
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Most people with IBS typically experience symptoms as 2-4 day flare ups. Otherwise symptoms improve or are nonexistent. Women are twice as likely to have IBS than men are, and usually develops while people are in their 20s. Causes are unknown, but abnormality in digestive tract muscles, sensitive digestive organs, poor immune system, a problem with the central nervous system and signals to the digestive system, infection response, and stress, depression or trauma are all considered possible factors.
Treatment for IBS usually involves lifestyle changes. Diet and exercise can help with controlling symptoms. In dietary changes, be sure to eat slowly, have regular meals and small snacks during the day, and drink at least 8 cups of water or other non-caffeinated drinks. Avoid processed foods, have no more than 3 cups of tea and coffee per day, limit alcohol and fizzy drinks, and limit fresh fruit to 3 portions per day. Altering fiber intake may also be recommended by a doctor. Exercise at least 30 minutes each day, at least 5 days per week.
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