Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder with unclear causes, affecting about 10% of the global population. Researchers have now discovered that opioid delta-receptor agonists may ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder that affects the intestine, causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and changes in bowel habits, including diarrhea, ...

A retrospective cohort study of US adults with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) showed higher IBS-specific costs for female, Black, and White patients.

There are several theories about the origins of IBS but it's unclear exactly why. Still, there are treatments no matter the ...

However, sudden changes can indicate an underlying health condition, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). For some people, having one bowel movement a day is ...

A new survey revealed that frequent social media use leads to higher irritability. In the study, published in JAMA Network Open, researchers examined the relationship between irritability and social ...

Colorectal cancer can seem a lot like some common gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, including hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), an infection, or inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), such ...

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic condition that affects the functioning of the digestive system, especially the large intestine. Characterized by a series of uncomfortable and recurring ...

Treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may start with lifestyle changes like avoiding certain foods and relieving stress. If these don’t work, some medications may help relieve symptoms.

Bowel movements, bloating, and other digestive issues may not be the easiest topics to discuss with your doctor, but having a conversation is the first step to improving your quality of life says ...

When it causes constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is called IBS-C, with the "C" standing for "constipation." Oftentimes, the digestive systems of people with IBS-C are sensitive to certain ...

It may seem harder to lose weight when you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). That's because some of the foods associated with a healthful diet—such as those high in fiber—may aggravate symptoms of ...