Do you have bouts of constipation, diarrhea, gas, or bloating that seem to come out of nowhere? Digestive problems and changes in bowel habits are often a sign of irritable bowel syndrome or IBS.
If you’re not sure what IBS is all about, Cochise Oncology can help ease your anxiety as we have the diagnostic procedures available to detect IBS. We will also devise a treatment plan to restore the health of your digestive system.
What is IBS?
IBS or irritable bowel syndrome is a gastrointestinal disorder that affects the digestive tract. Common symptoms of IBS include bloating, gas, heartburn, constipation or diarrhea, cramping, and abdominal pain. The symptoms of IBS can vary from mild to severe and may occur occasionally or for long periods. IBS can affect people of any age but more often occurs in women than in men.
Many people with IBS experience abnormal bowel movements and have intermittent bouts of constipation and diarrhea. Although IBS is uncomfortable and can cause distress, it does not harm the colon.
While IBS does not have an identifiable cause, the symptoms may be due to factors such as changes in the gut microbiome, stress, and unusually strong muscle contractions in the intestines.
