All news on the topic: IBS

Whilst Irritable bowel syndrome is extremely common in the UK, many Brits are unaware of the symptoms. The NHS states there are several non bowel related signs that could point to IBS...

If you are suffering pain, cramping, tightness, bloating or pressure during sexual intercourse, it could be a sign of an underlining health condition - including IBS

Christmas tends to be a fraught time for those who experience IBS, with excessive food and plenty of alcohol dominating festivities - and you might want to give the brussel sprouts a miss

Farting is normal, but if you find yourself passing gas more than usual this Christmas-time, it could be a sign of an underlying health condition, according to a doctor

For some of us, the lack of proper digestion means food sometimes reaches the gut in the same way it was eaten, which can draw water to the stomach, producing tummy cramps, gas and making us feel bloated

Erin Griffiths, 20, was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, which is a form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) - she initially thought she was dealing with a common flu

Many sufferers of IBS find eating out to be difficult and often fear being laughed at or made to feel uncomfortable in restaurants - and this exact thing happened to one woman

Doctor Will Bulsiewicz said irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is sometimes misdiagnosed when the actual issue affecting the patient is something more serious, such as bowel disease or bowel cancer

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a debilitating disorder that can cause physical and emotional symptoms. Gastroenterologist Phil Mayhead has shared everything you need to know about the condition

Over half of Brits suffer from frequent discomfort, from physical conditions such as back pain, arthritis, or irritable bowel syndrome

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A gut health expert has warned against ignoring symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Here are some of the signs to look out for, and when you should seek medical advice

A mum who ignored her 'excruciating' IBS symptoms for years and was finally diagnosed has credited the Low FODMAP diet for alleviating her symptoms – and has created a range of foods to help others

A growing number of Brits are suffering from microscopic colitis - a debilitating condition which causes watery diarrhoea and frequent trips to the toilet - here's everything you need to know

Dr Sunni Patel now feels in control of his IBS - which saw him make excuses to avoid social events and eventually hospitalised with chronic pain

Certain foods and drinks are known to increase painful IBS flare-ups

After six decades of living with a debilitating health condition, Marjorie Bedford finally found a treatment that conquered her IBS symptoms - she says it's 'like a miracle'

Over half of Brits are ailed by a condition that causes them daily pain - but one in ten choose not to tell anyone else about this

Your simple every day habits could be making your IBS flare up without you even realising - even your morning cuppa might be the culprit behind your bloated stomach

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