Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) definition - medical term
A common gastrointestinal disorder involving
an abnormal condition of gut contractions (motility) char acterized by abdominal
pain, bloating, mucous in stools, and irregular bowel habits with alternating diarrhea
and constipation, symptoms that tend to be chronic and to wax and wane over the
years. Although IBS can cause chronic recurrent discomfort, it does not lead to
any serious organ problems.
Making the diagnosis usually involves excluding other illnesses. Treatment is
directed toward relief of symptoms and includes changes in diet (eating high fiber
and avoiding caffeine, milk products and sweeteners), exercise, relaxation techniques,
and medications.
Also called spastic colitis, mucus colitis, nervous colon syndrome.
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