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In gastroenterology, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or spastic colon is a functional bowel disorder characterized by abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits which are not associated with any abnormalities seen on routine clinical testing. It is fairly common and makes up 20-50% of visits to gastroenterologists. There are two forms, dependent on which symptom predominates: Lower abdominal pain IBS and Non-ulcer dyspepsia. The abdominal pain type is usually described in a patient as either diarrhea-predominant (IBS-D), constipation-predominant (IBS-C) or IBS with alternating stool pattern (IBS-A). An important new IBS subtype, post-infectious IBS (IBS-PI), is drawing much clinical investigation.
Symptoms
Symptoms of IBS are abdominal pain or discomfort associated with changes in bowel habits in the absence of any apparent structural abnormality. The pain is commonly relieved by defecating or modulated by other triggers of gut motility. Generally there is no pain when patients are asleep. Symptoms usually start in young adulthood.
There appears to be an overlap of IBS with stress, chronic pelvic pain, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, the American folk medicine use of term hypoglycaemia, and various mental disorders (in a small minority). While no single explanation for this phenomenon exists, it does strengthen the view that there is a neurological and psychological component to IBS. Recent studies indicate that presynaptic neural effects secondary to the release of histamine (part of immune response) is likely related to these problems.
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About Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Information about the causes, characteristics, and treatment of this common disorder.
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American Gastroenterological Association - A medical position statement to assist physicians in diagnosis and management.
American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons: Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Patient brochure describing what the disorder is, the symptoms, causes, link to stress, foods to avoid, treatments, and prognosis.
Bowels in an Uproar - Information on IBS from John Hopkins University.
DiagnosisHealth.com: Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Information and discussion concerning IBS, its causes, clinical features and management.
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eMedicine Health - Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Consumer health resource center providing an overview of IBS and its causes, symptoms and treatment.
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Gastroenterology: Irritable Bowel Syndrome - The general features of IBS from the family practice handbook of the University of Iowa.
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GastroMD.com - Information on the pathophysiology, symptoms and criteria.
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Gut Feelings - Offers detailed explanation of symptoms throughout the digestive tract that are related to IBS.
Help for Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Offering education, services, and products that allow people to successfully manage their symptoms through lifestyle modifications.
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IBD Forum - Developed by a group of gastroenterologists in the United Kingdom, and providing information for doctors and other healthcare professionals specializing in this disorder.
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IBS and IBD: Two Very Different Disorders - The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America explains the difference between these disorders, and gives and outline of the symptoms and treatments for each.
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IBS Patient Action Group - A mailing list for patients to discuss medicines and social issues.
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IBS Research Appeal - Information for sufferers - and practitioners - covering symptoms, causes, dietary information and treatment strategies. From the charity IBS Research Appeal, based at the Central Middlesex Hospital, London, England.
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IBS Resource Center - HealingWell.com - Very comprehensive site with medical news, articles and information, descriptive links, message boards,and books.
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IBS Tales - A site which allows you to read the personal stories of other sufferers and submit your own story online.
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All IBS sufferers welcome. This site is run by Sophie who has had IBS since she was 12. ]
IBS Treatment Programme - Hypnotherapy, relaxation and stress reduction for IBS. Psychotherapist Adrian Blake works with individuals in Bromley (Kent) and Norfolk, UK.
IBS, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine - This site explores the numerous causes and treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome from the traditional Chinese medicine perspective utilizing acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicines.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patient Survey - Interactive survey for IBS suffers.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or just Lactose Intolerance? - A detailed guide about Irritable Bowel Syndrome, adapted from the leaflet produced by The Digestive Disorders Foundation in association with the British Society of Gastroenterology, including symptoms, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and when to seek a doctor. Compare with lactose intolerance.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Self Help and Support Group - Features bulletin boards, links, and medication information.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome: What It Is and What to Do About It - Answers questions such as what it is, how to know if you have it, what the symptoms are, what the treatment is, what to change in the diet, medicines to take and stress.
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McKinley Health Center - Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Discusses the general characteristics, symptoms and intestinal motility.
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NIDDK - Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Information on IBS from the National Digestive Diseases Clearinghouse.
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QualityCounts.com - News articles, alternative supplement information and medication details on the syndrome.
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Talk IBS - Information about IBS with constipation from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.
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The IBS Page - A page of annotated links to many sites on Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
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The Mind Body Digestive Center - Offers a treatment program led by a gastroenterologist and clinical psychologist. Includes explanation of the condition and available remedies.
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