There are several theories about the origins of IBS but it's unclear exactly why. Still, there are treatments no matter the cause.

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is among the most common gastrointestinal conditions today. It affects some 10% to 15% of people in the U.S., per the American College of Gastroenterology.

IBS-D is associated with frequent diarrhea. On days when symptoms are active, at least 25% of stools will be loose or watery, while fewer than 25% will be hard or lumpy. Other common symptoms of ...

For some patients IBS alternates between constipation IBS-C and diarrhoea IBS-D a subtype known as IBS-M mixed This dual ...

What's more, he says this pain needs to be related to bowel movements as associated with a change in frequency or related to a change in stool form. Along with such criteria, "IBS is further ...

In the video, Anjali Mukerjee can be heard saying, “If you are constantly facing a lot of bloat, gas, distention, along with ...

Altered bowel habits. IBS can lead to changes in bowel movements. These changes can include diarrhea, characterized by loose or watery stools, and constipation, characterized by infrequent or ...

Discover how often you should poop, and what your poop frequency says about your gut and overall health, according to a ...

Any time you're experiencing painful pooping or the inability to have a bowel movement, it's worth talking to your doctor.

Writing for the Mayo Clinic, Dr Elizabeth Rajan said that “pencil thin” poop can rarely be a sign of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The pro says you should see your doctor if the change persists for ...