Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common intestinal disorder that affects the colon. Many victims that have irritable bowel syndrome are usually between the age of 14-60, but it can happen to anyone. It can happen to both males and females, but women are more likely to sek specialty care for it than men . Irritable bowel syndrome is caused by genetics. People who have irritable bowel syndrome can also have it by not eating healthy, getting abused, and other situations that may have them stressed. Some of the signs and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome are constipation, diarrhea, and nausea. You may also experience pain and …show more content…
Another way to diagnose is called the “Rome Criteria” which means you must have certain signs and symptoms before a doctor diagnoses irritable bowel syndrome. The most important signs and symptoms are abdominal pain and discomfort lasting at least three days a month in the last three months. Another way to diagnose irritable bowel syndrome the “Lactose Intolerance Tests” which is an enzyme you need to digest the sugar found in dairy products. If you come back positive then that may be another reason you have irritable bowel syndrome. Some of the methods for treatment for irritable bowel syndrome is eliminating food high in gas. Eliminating gluten from your diet will also help. You can also take fiber supplements which can help with constipation. Anti-diarrheal medications will help with excessive diarrhea. If you have irritable bowel syndrome because of the amount of stress that you have, counseling could help. Medications specifically given for irritable bowel syndrome are called Alosetron and Lubiprostone which helps relax the colon and slowly help remove waste from your