April is IBS Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. Research suggests that about 12% of people in the U.S. have irritable bowel ...

Most people have experienced gut discomfort sometimes, but how do you know if you have a specific condition, such as irritable bowel syndrome? Statistics show that about 10% to 15% of Americans have ...

If you've ever experienced frequent bloating, unpredictable stomach cramps, or sudden bouts of diarrhoea and constipation, you might have brushed it off as stress or something you ate. But what if ...

An irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) attack, sometimes called a flare-up, is when people with this digestive condition experience uncomfortable or painful symptoms. These symptoms can last anywhere from ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've had a sensitive stomach since I can remember. My life has been constantly inconvenienced by too many trips to the bathroom. My family thinks I have undiagnosed irritable bowel ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. ST. LOUIS – Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) ...

Individuals with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) experience abnormal bowel movements and increased abdominal pain sensitivity but do not show signs of damage to the gut. Prior studies have identified ...

Pregnancy causes hormonal changes which may trigger or worsen IBS symptoms. If you have IBS and you’re planning on becoming pregnant, making lifestyle and dietary changes can help. Women are more than ...

Ramadan is a sacred time of reflection and renewal, yet for those living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), fasting can raise genuine health concerns. While many people with stable, mild IBS can ...

Prebiotics, which are different from probiotics, are increasingly available in a variety of products, including canned beverages. Prebiotic drinks can contain as much as 9 grams (g) of fiber per ...

Stress, changes in the gut microbes, and sensitivity to certain foods like wheat, milk, citrus fruits, beans, cabbage, milk, ...