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Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Symptoms
Part of the problem in the diagnosis of IBS is that the symptoms differ widely from person to person. The symptoms often mimic those of other diseases as well. This makes it difficult for your health care provider to pinpoint IBS as the cause of your bowel discomfort. Among the most common problems of irritable bowel syndrome include abdominal
cramping or
pain, a bloating, as well as gas. Other
symptoms may include diarrhea or constipation.
In some cases, an individual complains of alternating bouts of these
problems. Another common
symptom is the appearance mucus in the stool.
If you’re
like many of the people, you may be mildly bothered by these symptoms.
For a few individuals, these problems can literally be disabling.
And in a very few instances, the symptoms may be so stubborn that
they don’t even respond to medical treatment.
Everybody at
one time or another has the occasional sign or symptoms of IBS.
But you’re more likely to develop a chronic condition of this
disorder if you’re young and female.
For most individuals, IBS appears before a person reaches the age of
35. Similarly, if you’ve
reached your 50th birthday, then the odds are in your favor you
won’t be developing it.
More than
twice as many women as men develop IBS.
Researchers are still looking into the role of genetics or heredity
plays in IBS.
Fewer than
half of the people who display symptoms of IBS actually seek medical
attention. But it really is important to see your health care practitioner
should you have a lasting change in your bowel habits. The possibility
exists that you may have an even more serious condition than IBS.
Additionally,
your health care practitioner may be able to help you to find different ways
to relieve your symptoms. She can also help you avoid some possible
complications that eventually develop, such as chronic diarrhea.
Other
complications from this health disorder include constipation which in turn
can aggravate hemorrhoids.
Because of
your IBS, you may sometimes feel discouraged or even depressed. If your symptoms appear due to certain food triggers, you may
discover that, in avoiding these foods, your system isn’t receiving all
the nutrients it needs for your energy and overall well being.
Note: Some statements in this article may not be approved by the FDA. This article is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional medical advice.
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