What is IBS?

Irritable Bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common bowel disorder, which has a wide and varying range of symptoms.

If you have been experiencing any of the following symptoms for at least 6 months, you could be suffering from IBS:

• Abdominal pain or discomfort 
• Bloating 
• Changes in your bowel habit - constipation or diarrhoea 

Are you suffering from IBS? 

If you suspect that you may be experiencing symptoms of IBS, it is essential that you see a healthcare professional so that IBS can be confirmed. It may be helpful to complete our symptom checker and take the results with you to see your pharmacist, GP or nurse in order for them to identify whether your symptoms are due to IBS.

Our online tool is purely for your own use. None of the data you enter will be stored or used by us in any way.

Check your symptoms online now or download our symptoms checklist leaflet.