What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
7. Complications
Irritable bowel syndrome will also sometimes cause iron deficiency anemia. Rectal bleeding is another potential complication, and the condition will also sometimes cause hemorrhoids. Difficulty swallowing is another potential symptom of irritable bowel syndrome, as is vomiting and weight loss. The patient might also suffer from persistent pain that will not pass even with bowel movements.
Patients with the condition will also sometimes develop mood disorders. The symptoms can cause the patient to develop anxiety disorders while depression is another potential complication. Irritable bowel syndrome will cause the patient to have a poor quality of life overall in many cases.
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