What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects the large intestine. It is a chronic condition that causes a variety of symptoms, including abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, gas, and changes in bowel habits (diarrhea, constipation, or both). IBS is considered a functional gastrointestinal disorder, meaning there's a problem with how the brain and gut work together, rather than a structural issue with the bowel.
What are the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Common symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome include Abdominal pain or cramping, Bloating and gas, Diarrhea, Constipation, Alternating bouts of diarrhea and constipation, and Mucus in the stool. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, consult a specialist at Bangalore Bowel Care for proper evaluation and diagnosis.
When should you see a doctor for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
You should consult a specialist if you experience persistent or worsening symptoms such as Abdominal pain or cramping, Bloating and gas, Diarrhea. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve outcomes. At Bangalore Bowel Care, Dr. Narasimhaiah Srinivasaiah (MBBS, MD, MRCS (Eng, Ed, Glas, Ireland), FRCS (CCST), FEBS (Colo-proctology), PGDMLE (NLSIU)) has experience treating irritable bowel syndrome.