Irritable Bowel Syndrome Medical Reference

Has chronic constipation left you gassy and bloated? Try these tricks to soothe the gas and bring down the bloat.

You strain to empty your bowels and often feel gassy and bloated. Find out whether you have chronic constipation or a look-alike condition called IBS-C.

Learn which symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are also symptoms of other conditions like ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, lactose intolerance, diverticulitis, and more.

Some nutritional supplements can ease your IBS symptoms. WebMD tells you which ones to try and which ones to avoid.

Antibiotics may bring relief in some people with irritable bowel syndrome. Learn how medications can help with belly pain, diarrhea, and other IBS symptoms.

You may need to see a number of different doctors and specialists to treat IBS. WebMD explains who's on your medical team and what they do.

Recent studies have shown that peppermint oil can help relieve common IBS symptoms like pain and bloating. WebMD shows you how it works, how much to take, and if it’s safe for you.

Doctor or dietician? WebMD shows you how to pick the right specialist for IBS relief.

Both diarrhea and constipation can happen with this type of irritable bowel syndrome.

Gastroenterologists are doctors who are trained to diagnose and treat problems in your gastrointestinal (GI) tract and liver.

Some people believe there may be a link between IBS and a common yeast in the body. Here’s what scientists know.

Celiac disease and IBS seem similar. Find out the difference from the experts at WebMD and learn about the symptoms, causes, treatments, and foods that may trigger flares.

WebMD offers advice on what helps sore skin feel better after a bout of diarrhea.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) aren’t the same. Learn more about how these two gut conditions differ and what symptoms may be similar.

WebMD shows you medical ways that can ease pain, soothe digestive problems, and manage stress tied to irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea.

Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea can be challenging. WebMD shows you ways you can get some relief.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of IBS with diarrhea (IBS-D), a long-lasting condition that affects your digestive system.

They seem similar, but IBS and lactose intolerance are two different problems. WebMD explains.

Gas is one of the bothersome symptoms of IBS. WebMD looks at the possible causes and some strategies for getting relief.

People with irritable bowel syndrome often have other health problems, too. WebMD explains.

No one knows what causes IBS, but doctors do know that being female makes you more likely to get it. Learn from WebMD how your monthly cycle affects this condition.

If you have IBS, limiting FODMAPs may alleviate abdominal pain, gas, bloating, and more. WebMD tells you about the carbs that are off-limits in the FODMAP diet.

WebMD offers questions about irritable bowel syndrome to ask your doctor.

WebMD explains the link between irritable bowel syndrome and depression and anxiety.

WebMD offers coping tips for people with irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS.