The American College of Gastroenterology estimates that between 10% and 15% of American adults suffer from irritable bowel syndrome but that only about 7% have received a diagnosis for it. The cause ...

Ever been camped out in the bathroom for days? Left clutching your stomach in bed when you should have been at happy hour? Literally: The. Worst. For the 10 to 15 percent of Americans that, according ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastrointestinal conditions you can get. It’s defined as abdominal pain or discomfort with, ahem, “altered” bowel habits over a period of time.

This article discusses possible warning signs of irritable bowel syndrome and recommendations for evaluation and management.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a digestive tract illness that causes symptoms like stomach pain and diarrhea. IBS is common — about 10 to 15% of Americans struggle with IBS symptoms. There is no ...

Treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may start with lifestyle changes like avoiding certain foods and relieving stress. If these don’t work, some medications may help relieve symptoms. Whether ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Key Takeaways IBS and lactose intolerance both cause symptoms of diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloating.Diagnoses of both IBS and lactose intolerance are made ...

Tenapanor (Ibsrela) is an FDA-approved medication designed to help manage irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) when other treatments aren’t effective. The medication increases water ...