Tag: ibs

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO): Symptoms, Treatments, and Risk Factors

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, commonly known as SIBO, is a digestive disorder characterized by an abnormal increase in the number and/or type of bacteria in the small intestine. This overgrowth can lead to various symptoms and impact the overall digestive process. What is SIBO? The small intestine plays a crucial role in digesting and absorbing […]

National Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness Day: April 19th

April 19th is National “Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Day.” IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that has gotten much attention over the last few months as this topic has taken TikTok by storm. Videos with the hashtag IBS garnered over 1.6 billion views. The awareness this has gained can certainly be beneficial as IBS can not […]

A Spotlight on IBS in April

Every passing month offers a new perspective on one of many digestive health-related topics. April is no exception—it is IBS Awareness Month! Irritable Bowel Syndrome can sound like a daunting disorder because it is common and encompasses many different symptoms. IBS affects the large colon and can cause cramping, stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, gas, and […]

Let’s Talk About Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness Month, so let us talk about IBS. What is it? IBS is a chronic functional disorder characterized by abdominal pain and altered bowel habits (either constipation or diarrhea) in the absence of other underlying GI disorders. Other common symptoms include bloating, gas, and abdominal cramps. It may also […]

Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Patients seen by a gastroenterology provider will often comment, “I was told years ago that I have IBS, but I’ve never been tested for it!”  Despite the fact that “IBS” is a familiar term, there are many misconceptions about the disorder.  Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a familiar chief complaint seen by gastroenterologists.  Studies suggest […]

Feeling irritable from your IBS?

  What is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Irritable bowel syndrome is something we frequently treat here in GI, and is estimated to affect between 25-45 million people in the US. Of those who suffer from IBS, about 2 out of 3 are female.  Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic functional disorder of the gastrointestinal (GI) […]

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