Tag: irritable bowel

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 […]

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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