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Could You Have IBS?
Everyone has abdominal discomfort, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation sometimes. But more than 25 million people who experience these symptoms have a real and treatable medical condition called Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). This quiz can help you decide if you should see a doctor about your symptoms.

Answer "yes" or "no" to the statements below, then click on Submit.


You have had multiple episodes of abdominal pain or discomfort in the past year.

Yes No

During the time you feel discomfort or pain, you notice that your bowel movements happen less frequently or more frequently than usual.

Yes No

You feel better once you have a bowel movement.

Yes No

Your stool is occasionally either very hard or soft and runny.

Yes No

Mucus occasionally comes out with your stool.

Yes No

Your stomach occasionally feels bloated or swollen.

Yes No

Submit

MEDICAL REVIEW: Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD, April 2007.

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