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Causes

Causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

The exact cause of IBS is not known. However, most experts agree that there are factors that may trigger, or worsen symptoms. These include:

Diet Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diet

  • Large meals, or food containing a large amount of fat can upset the bowel.

  • Find out more about common foods that can trigger IBS symptoms: Balanced diet.




Stress and anxietyStress influence on Irritable Bowel Syndrome

  • Your bowel will respond to stress and anxiety, which in the IBS sufferer often results in constipation or diarrhoea.

  • Try some anti-stress techniques to reduce the impact of stress and calm symptoms: Anti-stress exercises.

Female hormones

  • Experts have found that symptoms can be worse when a woman has her period, which suggests hormones play a role in the condition.

MedicinesMedicines influence on Irritable Bowel Syndrome

  • Certain medicines such as iron tablets, some painkillers and antibiotics, can upset the bowel and produce symptoms of IBS.
Managing IBS
Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome
There are a number of effective ways you can keep symptoms under control.

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Treatments
Treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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