Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the common chronic disorders affecting a high percentage of the population, especially women. The main cause of IBS is still undiscovered but it can be treatable. In this blog, we discuss the major symptoms & causes of IBS or Irritable bowel syndrome.

Symptoms of IBS

According to many health professionals in London, there can be various symptoms attached to irritable bowel syndrome. Some common signs and symptoms of IBS include:

• Sudden changes in habits
• Abdominal pain, which often minimizes after passing stools
• Feeling uncomfortable after passing stools
• Passing excess gas
• Bloating or swelling of the abdomen

According to the research, symptoms of IBS get worse after meals. A flare-up can last for many days, and after that symptoms either resolve or improve completely. However, the symptoms and signs of irritable bowel syndrome may vary. They resemble other disease’s symptoms and also affect several parts of the body. These include:

• Frequent urination
• Halitosis & bad breath
• Headache
• Muscle or joint pain
• Persistent fatigue
• Painful sex or dyspareunia
• Irregular menses
• Heaviness and low energy

According to professionals, anxiety and depression can be responsible for Irritable bowel syndrome.

Causes

The main causes of irritable bowel syndrome are still undiscovered but many experts or practitioners believe that many microbial factors can play a key role in IBS. The factors include:

• Diet
• Environmental factors, like stress & anxiety
• Genetic factors
• Hormonal issues
• Pain in digestive organs
• An unwanted response to infection
• An inability of the CNS or central nervous system to control the digestive system

The emotional & mental state of a human may contribute to irritable bowel syndrome development. People with PTSD or post-traumatic stress disorder may have a high risk of IBS. It’s not contagious and doesn’t have any link to cancer.

How to recover?

Treating IBS or Irritable bowel syndrome may involve some lifestyle and dietary changes. Below are some tips that can be effective.

• Avoid sugar alternatives in some diet foods and chewing gums, as they cause diarrhea
• Consume oat-based foods to minimise bloating or gas
• Never avoid meals
• Eat slowly
• Avoid alcohol
• Avoid carbonated & sugary beverages

Many health professionals in London prefer colonic irrigation or hydrotherapy that works well to reduce the build-up of toxins & waste. This therapy does not have any scientific evidence, however, many people believe in this therapy.

Proper therapy and good lifestyle habits can help to reduce the risk of bowel syndrome. Colonic hydrotherapy can be highly effective in reducing the symptoms and of IBS.