Symptoms

-The symptoms of IBS typically include:

- Cramping

- Abdominal pain

- Bloating and gas

- Constipation

- Diarrhea

Altered bowel habit

It’s common for people wit IBS to have episodes of both constipation and diarrhea.

Symptoms such as bloating and gas typically go away after you have a bowel movement.

Treatment

Treatment of IBS focuses on relieving symptoms so that you can live as normally as possible.

LIFESTYLE MODIFICATIONS:

- Avoid foods that trigger your symptoms

- Eat high-fiber foods

- Drink plenty of fluids

- Exercise regularly

- Get enough sleep

USE FIBER SUPPLEMENTS:

Using soluble fiber helps IBS patients with constipation and diarrhea. Taking a supplement such as psyllium with fluids may help control constipation.

USE LAXATIVES:

If fiber doesn't help symptoms, Use Laxatives (medicines that help resolve constipation)

USE ANTI-DIARRHEAL MEDICATIONS:

Over-the-counter medications, such as loperamide (Imodium), can help control diarrhea.

USE ANTI-SPASMODIC MEDICATIONS:

Anti-spasmodic are a broad group of medicines that relief abdominal cramps

USE PROBIOTICS:

Probiotics are microorganisms that supplement the gut's natural bacteria, helping to "balance" intestinal flora.

USE ANTI-FLATULANCE MEDICATIONS:

Drugs that contain the ingredient simethicone may provide some relief by reducing intestinal gas