10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Constipation

1. Is IBS with constipation linked to any other disease such as colon cancer?
   
   
2. How can I figure out what triggers my IBS symptoms?
   
   
3. Are there medications I can take for my IBS?
   
   
4. What dietary changes and exercise should I consider?
   
   
5. If certain foods make my constipation worse, should I eliminate them from my diet forever?
   
   
6. How long and how often can I safely take laxatives, and other over-the-counter treatments?
   
   
7. How does stress contribute to my IBS? What can I do about it?
   
   
8. Could meditation, acupuncture, or herbal remedies help IBS symptoms?
   
   
9. How do I explain my condition to family, friends, and co-workers?
   
   
10. How long will I likely have IBS with constipation?

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