In this article, we are going to investigate the disease of irritable bowel syndrome.... In the first part, we will examine the causes of this disease and its symptoms.... In the second part of the article, we will examine the tests and methods of its treatment... **Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)** is a chronic disease of the digestive system... Its primary symptoms are intestinal congestion or abdominal pain... These symptoms have no identifiable cause... IBS is the most common digestive disease and the second cause of absenteeism after the common cold. It is estimated that 10 to 20 percent of people experience symptoms of IBS, but only about 15 percent seek medical help. There are many opinions about the causes of this disease, but despite intensive research in this field, the main cause is still not clear. One theory suggests that IBS is caused by abnormal contractions of the colon and intestine (hence the name "spastic bowel" sometimes used to describe IBS). Antispasmodic drugs and fiber, both of which help regulate the contractions of the colon. It is not whether the cramps are a symptom or the cause of IBS.. the syndrome does not have a history of these infections... Research shows that people with IBS who seek medical help are more likely to suffer from anxiety and stress than those who do not seek help... Stress and anxiety affect the gut.. So anxiety and stress may make symptoms worse.. but stress or anxiety is probably not the cause of the disease. physical, psychological or sexual, is more common.. and food sensitivity is to systematically (in a process called this elimination diet, eliminate these food groups, because otherwise these food groups should be done only under the supervision of a doctor).. can lead to the elimination of important sources of nutrition... In addition, unnecessary food restrictions can worsen the patient's quality of life.. There are a number of foods that aggravate the symptoms of IBS, including dairy products (lactose-containing products), legumes (such as beans), and certain types of vegetables (such as cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, broccoli, etc.) can cause spasms. It is called visceral hyperalgesia.. It is painful in these people.. Some patients with IBS use drugs during treatment that reduce sensory nerves in the intestine.. such as low doses of imipramine or nortriptyline, which are prescribed in small amounts for patients with irritable bowel syndrome.... Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome Irritable bowel syndrome often begins in youth and adolescence. In Western countries and America, women are twice as likely to suffer from this disease as men. But in other countries, this statistic is equal. The most common symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome are as follows: Abdominal pain associated with changes in bowel habits such as diarrhea or constipation Abdominal pain is usually symbolic and varies in intensity....some people have found that emotional stress and eating can worsen symptoms and as a result stool can increase the pain....some women with IBS have also noticed a connection between the pain of irritable bowel syndrome and their menstrual cycle....### Changes in bowel habits A change in bowel habits is the second symptom in IBS. These changes can include diarrhea, constipation, or alternating diarrhea and constipation. A person with IBS may have frequent diarrhea. Sleep is unusual in people with irritable bowel syndrome.. ### Constipation Constipation in irritable bowel syndrome can recur intermittently for several days. The stool is often hard and lumpy.. You may not feel completely empty after a bowel movement even if the bowels are completely empty.. This false feeling can lead to straining and prolonged sitting on the toilet. IBS There are several intestinal disorders that have symptoms similar to irritable bowel syndrome. Examples of these disorders include: - screening (abnormal absorption of nutrients) - Inflammatory bowel diseases (such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease) - Celiac disease - Microscopic colitis (diseases related to intestinal inflammation) Because there is no specific test for irritable bowel syndrome, many doctors compare symptoms to a set of diagnostic criteria. But all these criteria may not be used in the diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome. Therefore, a medical history, physical examination, and tests can help rule out other diseases. > > Endoscopy and colonoscopy in the office with the lowest cost and the best quality for the well-being of dear patients > > To schedule an appointment, you can call (051) 38704066 every day... > > Office address: Mashhad, Kausar Blvd., between Kausar 2 and 4 - Farabi Building - 2nd floor **Gastroenterologist in Mashhad** ==================================== **\*Gastroenterologist in Mashhad\***