What is irritable bowel syndrome like?

Answer by  lynda (95)

Irritable bowel syndrome affects twice as many women as it does men. There can be a variety of symptoms. You may experience a bloated feeling, abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea, and gas. IBS does not usually lead to a more serious condition, but you should check in with a doctor to rule out something more serious first.

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

Irritable bowel syndrome is awful. You get to know some things that will set of diarrhea but at any time you can be caught off guard.

Answer by  quisqualis (1756)

IBS is a condition in which the digestive system experiences painful fluctuations between diarrhea and constipation, without any known cause. It is not the same as IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease).

Answer by  skm (432)

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) often presents with abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal distension, mucous in stools, and decreased pain with bowel movements. It is a functional disorder that is exacerbated by stress.