Irritable bowel
syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) refers to a disorder of the lower
intestinal tract. It involves abdominal pain and abnormal bowel movements.
Emotional stress often makes the symptoms worse.
It is not the same as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD),
Causes
- IBS involves a combination of abdominal pain and constipation, diarrhoea, or an alternating pattern of these problems.
- There are many possible causes. For example, there may be a problem with muscle movement in the intestine or a lower tolerance for stretching and movement of the intestine. There is no problem with the structure of the intestine.
- It is not clear why patients develop IBS, but in some instances, it occurs after an intestinal infection. This is called post infectious IBS. There may also be other triggers.
- IBS can occur at any age, but it often begins in adolescence or early adulthood. It is more common in women. The condition is the most common intestinal complaint for which patients are referred to a gastroenterologist.
Symptoms
Symptoms range from mild to
severe. Most people have mild symptoms. IBS symptoms may be worse in patients
who also have stress or mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression.
However, it is important to understand that these conditions do not cause IBS.
Symptoms may include:
- Abdominal distention
- Abdominal fullness, gas, bloating
- Abdominal pain that:
- Comes and goes
- Is reduced or goes away after a bowel movement
- Occurs after meals
- Chronic and frequent constipation, usually accompanied
by pain
- Chronic and frequent diarrhoea, usually accompanied by
pain
- Emotional distress
- Depression
- Loss of appetite
Exams and Tests
Most of the time, your doctor can diagnose IBS with few or no
tests. Tests usually reveal no problems. Some experts recommend a lactose-free
diet for 2 weeks to evaluate for possible lactase deficiency.
Some patients may need an endoscopy, especially if symptoms begin
later in life. Younger patients with persistent diarrhoea may need this test to
look for inflammatory bowel diseases that can cause similar symptoms, such as
Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. You may need additional tests if you
have blood in your stool, weight loss, signs of anaemia, or you have recently
travelled.
Other names
Nervous indigestion; Spastic colon;
Intestinal neurosis; Functional colitis; Irritable colon; Mucous colitis;
Laxative colitis; IBS
Treatment
The goal of treatment is to
relieve symptoms.
Lifestyle changes can be
helpful in some cases of IBS. For example, regular exercise and improved sleep
habits may reduce anxiety and help relieve bowel symptoms.
Dietary changes can be
helpful. However, no specific diet can be recommended for IBS in general,
because the condition differs from one person to another. Increasing dietary
fiber and avoiding foods and drinks that stimulate the intestines (such as
caffeine) may help.
Other possible treatments
may include:
- Counselling in cases of severe anxiety or depression
- Medications to stimulate bowel movements for those with
constipation
Homeopathy treatment
Homeopathy treatment for IBS
helps to control diarrhoea and urgency to pass stool, Homeo medicines controls
frequent stool passing habits, and pain in rectum, prevents weight loss
Whom to contact for Irritable
bowel syndrome (IBS) Treatment
Dr.Senthil Kumar Treats many cases of all
types of Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS),
In his medical professional experience with successful results. Many
patients get relief after taking treatment from Dr.Senthil Kumar.
Dr.Senthil Kumar visits Chennai at Vivekanantha Homeopathy Clinic, Velachery,
Chennai 42. To get appointment please call 9786901830, +91 94430 54168 or mail
to consult.ur.dr@gmail.com,
For more details & Consultation Feel
free to contact us.
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Clinic Consultation Champers at
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Pondicherry:- 9865212055 (Camp)
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