Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS
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What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS?
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic intestinal disorder causing abdominal pain, cramping, gas, and bloating, in addition to bouts of Diarrhea or Constipation. IBS does not cause inflammation or permanent harm, nor does it progress to more serious conditions. It can, nevertheless, be very distressing. Past names for this disorder include colitis, mucous colitis, spastic colon, spastic bowel, and functional bowel disease.
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Estrogen & IBS
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IBS Could Be Caused By Major Emotional Trauma, Study Finds
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IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, may be caused by major psychological and emotional events experienced over a lifetime, according to a new study. Researchers analyzed 2,623 people and found Read more →
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Mindfulness Training Lessens IBS Symptoms
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Mindfulness training has been shown to significantly lessen the severity of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in women in a recent study. Three months after the training was completed more than Read more →
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