It’s time to break the stigma about poo. “Sure,” I grinned. It was 2021 and we had just come out of strict lockdowns after COVID and I’d wanted to give blood. So I did and my GP diagnosed me with IBS ...

IBS causes symptoms like stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and fatigue. You may have IBS-C with constipation, IBS-D with diarrhea, or IBS-M with mixed symptoms. Women are more likely to ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder that affects the large intestine, causing discomfort and ...

Stomach pain or tummy troubles are among the most common ailments that affect children and adults alike. Feelings of bloating, cramping, constipation or nausea often occur because of something someone ...

Research indicates that there may be a link between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and certain forms of malabsorption, such as fructose, fructans, and bile acid. The term malabsorption defines a ...

Too often, people promote remedies for irritable bowel syndrome that have little to no scientific backing.

There is no known cure for IBS, but some treatments can reduce and manage symptoms. These treatments include combinations of diet, medications, fiber supplements, lifestyle modifications, and ...

Studies looking at the effectiveness of acupuncture for treating IBS show mixed results, but several studies suggest positive effects on IBS symptoms. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common ...

Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who serves as vice chair of Ambulatory Services at Lower Manhattan Hospital and professor of medicine at the Weill Cornell Medical ...

Irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis are chronic conditions that affect the digestive tract. These conditions may have similar symptoms, but there are important differences in how they’re ...