Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) refers to a condition that causes abdominal pain and bowel changes. The common symptoms of IBS include changes in bowel movements, bloating, stomach cramps, and frequent diarrhea or constipation. In menstruating women, IBS symptoms may be even worsen. People with IBS usually have a lower pain tolerance. The precise cause of IBS is unknown. Some of the factors that seem to play a role include severe infections, intestine muscle spasms, changes in gut microbiota...