New research examines the long-term use of medication for irritable bowel syndrome and points to potential risks associated ...

A massive, nearly 20-year study tracking over 650,000 Americans with irritable bowel syndrome is raising new questions about the long-term safety of common treatments. Researchers found that some ...

A massive long-term study tracking more than 650,000 Americans with irritable bowel syndrome is raising new concerns about the safety of some commonly used treatments.

Too often, people promote remedies for irritable bowel syndrome that have little to no scientific backing.

In a new study published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, the low FODMAP diet and the antibiotic rifaximin ...

Research indicates that antidepressant use in IBS is linked to a 35% higher risk of all-cause mortality, highlighting safety issues with long-term treatment.

April is IBS Awareness Month. Learn about irritable bowel syndrome symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

A new study linked certain medications that treat irritable bowel syndrome to a higher risk of early death, but the overall risk is low. Laura Herrera/Stocksy Some medications commonly prescribed to ...

Some Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) medications show an association with increased long-term risk The overall risk for individual patients remains small, but it is important to consider Personalized ...

NEW IBS research highlights persistent pain treatment gaps and points to peripheral nerve targets for future, safer therapies ...

Dear Dr. Roach: After a month of testing from my gastrointestinal doctor, I have been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). I have been sick for several months and have lost 12 pounds. (I’m ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) causes chronic gut discomfort; it's characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, gas, distension, and bowel problems like diarrhea and constipation. It's estimated that as ...