10 IBS Symptoms

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome, also known as IBS, is a disorder of the gastrointestinal tract that is characterized by abdominal pain and changes in the bowel habit without any specific organic pathology. It is a fairly common condition, although most people only experience quite mild symptoms. For others though, the symptoms can be quite severe and lead to a significant decrease in quality of life. IBS can affect a person’s ability to work and form relationships.

IBS is a chronic condition and usually stays with the sufferer throughout their life. The condition can often be managed, though, so that it has little to no real impact on the lives of many sufferers. Here are some of the most common symptoms that sufferers of IBS are likely to encounter.

Symptom #1: Abdominal Pain

It should come as no surprise that IBS is associated with abdominal pain, and it is among the most commonly experienced symptoms of the condition. The pain is mainly felt in the lower part of the abdomen and may be more noticeable shortly after they have eaten.

The pain that is caused by IBS can be short-lived or, in some cases, it may last for hours. They can range from being mildly unpleasant to downright debilitating. The symptoms may be relieved after a bowel movement.