Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
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Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Symptoms usually come and go and range from mild to severe. They include:
- Abdominal cramps
- Gas and bloating
- Pain that resolves with a bowel movement
- Loose stools
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Alternating diarrhea and constipation
- Urge to move bowels again immediately following a bowel movement
- Mucus in the stool
These factors may worsen your symptoms:
- Stress
- Menstrual periods
- Large meals or fatty foods
- Excess gas
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