Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Those with Irritable Bowel Syndrome experience diarrhoea, constipation, stomach cramps, bloating and an increased amount of gas that tends to come and go. This digestive problem can be triggered by certain foods and stress.

Sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome usually have this condition chronically, although it is not that alarming compared to other digestive conditions. This also doesn’t make your prone to other conditions like colon cancer or Crohn’s disease. However, it can make you feel uncomfortable especially when travelling or when you are out of the house. 

Irritable Bowel Syndrome typically appears between your late teens and early 40s. This condition only affects approximately 10% of the population.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is largely linked to gut problems, stress, colon oversensitivity or family history. Although its main causes remain unidentified, studies suggest that it occurs due to colon hypersensitivity that causes muscle spasms.

Other studies suggest that the chemicals serotonin and gastrin found in the body affect the digestive system and the brain. This condition tends to be more prevalent in women than men, although there have been no scientific studies that show the role of hormones in Irritable Bowel Syndrome. 

There are no specific tests done to determine this kind of chronic condition. The doctor needs to perform other tests first to check if the condition is not Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) or Coeliac disease due to its similar symptoms. 

Although there is no definite cure to Irritable Bowel Syndrome, it can be managed by taking medicines that best suit your condition. True Medical offers a wide array of medication to help minimize the symptoms of your Irritable Bowel Syndrome. By taking the appropriate medicine, it will allow you to function well and proceed normally with your tasks without a hassle. 

If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome, it is important that you keep track of the triggers that make your IBS worse. Triggers vary per person but the most common ones are stress, certain food or medicine. When you know what triggers your condition, avoid exposure at all cost to help ease your symptoms.

People with Irritable Bowel Syndrome are also advised to be careful with the things they eat because it helps stabilize your digestion. Eating home-cooked meals is better. Try to avoid spicy food, fatty or processed meals. Fruits and vegetables should also be a part of your diet. Consult your doctor about a healthy meal plan that will suit your condition.