101. Virtual Hospital: Understanding IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Understanding IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). James Christensen, MD ProfessorEmeritus Department of Internal Medicine. Robert W. Summers, MD Professor http://www.vh.org/adult/patient/internalmedicine/irritablebowelsyndrome/

Understanding IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) James Christensen, M.D. Professor Emeritus Department of Internal Medicine Robert W. Summers, M.D. Professor Department of Internal Medicine The University of Iowa Peer Review Status: Internally Peer Reviewed First Published: July 2003 Last Revised: July 2003 Table of Contents Preface Expanded Index Chapter 1 What Does IBS Mean to Doctors and to Patients? Chapter 2 What Parts of the Gut May Be Misbehaving in IBS? Chapter 3 What is the Structure of the Nerves and Muscles of the Gut that Might Be Related to IBS? Chapter 4 How Can the Nerves and Muscles of the Gut Go Wrong in IBS? Chapter 5 How Does A Doctor Arrive at a Diagnosis of IBS? Chapter 6 How Do Doctors Analyze Your Symptoms in Order to Distinguish IBS from Other Conditions? Chapter 7 Some Common Conditions Where Diarrhea and Gas with Bloating Can Be Misinterpreted as Evidence of IBS Chapter 8 Some Common Conditions Where Abdominal Pain Can Be Misinterpreted as Evidence of IBS Chapter 9 Some Common Conditions Where Nausea and Vomiting Can Be Misinterpreted as Evidence of IBS Chapter 10: What Could IBS Be?

102. Management Of Irritable Bowel Syndrome - November 15, 2002 - American Family Phy irritable bowel syndrome is the most common functional disorder of the gastrointestinaltract A patient information handout on irritable bowel syndrome, http://www.aafp.org/afp/20021115/1867.html

Advanced Search AAFP Home Page Journals Vol. 66/No. 10 (November 15, 2002) COVER ARTICLE: PRACTICAL THERAPEUTICS Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome ANTHONY J. VIERA, LCDR, MC, USNR, STEVE HOAG, LT, MC, USN, and JOSEPH SHAUGHNESSY, CDR, MC, USN, Naval Hospital Jacksonville, Jacksonville, Florida A patient information handout on irritable bowel syndrome, written by the authors of this article, is provided on page 1880. A PDF version of this document is available. Download PDF now (8 pages / 103 KB). More information on using PDF files. I rritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a benign, chronic symptom complex of altered bowel habits and abdominal pain. It is considered a functional type of bowel disorder. That is, no organic or structural cause can be detected (using currently available diagnostic modalities) to explain its symptoms. It is the most common functional disorder of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Other disorders in this group include functional dyspepsia, functional anorectal pain, and noncardiac chest pain. The many forms and presentations of IBS can make the diagnosis challenging, and its functional nature can make a satisfactory treatment regimen difficult. See page 1856 for definitions of strength-of-evidence levels contained in this article.

103. Clinical Trial: Acupuncture For Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) irritable bowel syndrome, Procedure Acupuncture, Phase II Irritable bowelsyndrome of moderate severity for at least 12 weeks within 1 year prior to http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/show/NCT00093327

Home Search Browse Resources ... About Acupuncture for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) This study is currently recruiting patients. Verified by National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) April 2005 Sponsors and Collaborators: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) Information provided by: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: Purpose The purpose of this study is to determine whether acupuncture is effective in reducing the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Condition Intervention Phase Irritable Bowel Syndrome Procedure: Acupuncture Phase II MedlinePlus related topics: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Study Type: Interventional Study Design: Treatment, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Control, Parallel Assignment, Efficacy Study Official Title: Acupuncture for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Trial Further Study Details: Expected Total Enrollment: 287 IBS is a disorder that affects colon functioning. Although it does not cause permanent harm or lead to more serious conditions, IBS can cause a great deal of discomfort and distress. The effectiveness of acupuncture in treating various conditions has been investigated in numerous studies. However, little is known about acupuncture's efficacy in treating IBS. This study will determine whether acupuncture can alleviate the symptoms of IBS, including pain relief with defecation, changes in stools, and changes in the frequency of bowel movements.

104. Clinical Trial: Acupuncture For Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome based on Rome II criteria, including atleast 12 weeks of abdominal discomfort or pain in the last 12 months with at http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/show/NCT00065403

Home Search Browse Resources ... About Acupuncture for Irritable Bowel Syndrome This study is currently recruiting patients. Verified by National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) April 2005 Sponsored by: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) Information provided by: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: Purpose Little is known about acupuncture's efficacy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). This trial uses a manualized acupuncture treatment format that closely follows clinical practice and allows flexibility in designing individualized treatments. In addition, a second parallel qualitative study will follow a subgroup of patients throughout the trial to explore the relationships between patients' interpretations and understandings (what anthropologists call "meaning") of irritable bowel and their response to treatment. Cortisol levels (an important stress hormone) will also be assessed. This will be a 3-arm trial: Active acupuncture, placebo acupuncture, and wait list.

105. All Info About Irritable Bowel Syndrome This page is home to information about irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. Breaking the Bonds of irritable bowel syndrome A psychological approach to http://irritablebowel.allinfoabout.com/

All Info About Irritable Bowel Syndrome All Info About advertise with us contacting us IBS Topics Shop For Books With Amazon Introduction This page is home to information about Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS. I have had IBS for roughly six years now, and I've learned a lot of information about it and ways to cope with it. I hope my articles and information are helpful. IBS: A First Person Experience My life hasn't been the same since I developed IBS. That said, it isn't like my life is horrible all the time or not worth living. Things were certainly worse in the beginning than they are now. Still, I often wish that my IBS would just disappear. Realizing that it won't makes me more prepared to deal with the symptoms. Click here to find out more about this topic... Trigger Foods There are certain foods that cause problems for lots of IBS sufferers. Knowing what these foods are and realizing that you probably don't have to give up all your beloved foods for good is a great first step to make. Click here to find out more about this topic...

106. Irritable Bowel Syndrome - IBS Village Learn about irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), including causes, symptoms, treatment,and more. Get tips on how to talk to your doctor about your symptoms. http://www.ibsvillage.com/index.jsp

107. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Links to information relating to irritable bowel syndrome. http://www.healthinsite.gov.au/topics/Irritable_Bowel_Syndrome

Skip to Content Advanced Search About Health Insite A-Z Health Topics ... Conditions and Diseases Topics such as asthma, diabetes, cancer, arthritis, depression Health and Wellbeing Topics such as fitness, nutrition, drugs, preventing suicide, health insurance, women's health, living with a disability Life Stages and Events Topics such as menopause, pregnancy, ageing, going into hospital Health Services Includes links to State/Territory Health Services and other services News Health Insite Newsletter ... Home Irritable Bowel Syndrome Follow the links below to find information relating to irritable bowel syndrome. Updated April 2005 Printer friendly page 8 Resources Found Results 1 to 8 displayed. Title: Irritable bowel syndrome Publisher: Better Health Channel Description: Irritable bowel syndrome causes abdominal pain, bloating and alternating constipation and diarrhoea. The cause is unknown, but factors such as emotional stress, infection and some foods can aggravate the condition. Treatment options include dietary modifications and stress management. Date: Apr 2005 Title: Irritable bowel syndrome: what you need to know Publisher: myDr Description: Irritable bowel syndrome is a disorder of the normal rhythmic movement of your gut (bowel), so you feel pain and get a lot of gas.

108. Health Report - 06/04/1998: Irritable Bowel Syndrome irritable bowel syndrome affects a large percentage of the population Researchersin Sydney are looking for volunteers for a trial which aims to break down http://www.abc.net.au/rn/talks/8.30/helthrpt/stories/s10702.htm

Radio National with Norman Swan Irritable Bowel Syndrome Monday 6 April 1998 Summary: Irritable Bowel Syndrome affects a large percentage of the population. Researchers in Sydney are looking for volunteers for a trial which aims to break down a vicious cycle between the irritable bowel and the brain. Below the diaphragm now to one of the commonest problems affecting Australians' intestines: Irritable Bowel Syndrome. It affects a large percentage of the population who experience recurrent abdominal discomfort, sometimes along with a sense of bloating and alterations in bowel habit, from loose motions to constipation in an otherwise well person who isn't losing weight. Researchers in Sydney are looking for volunteers in a trial which aims to break what they think is a vicious cycle between the irritable bowel and the brain. It involves gastroenterologists and Professor of Psychological Medicine, Phillip Boyce. Phillip Boyce: We don't really know what causes it, I mean there are some facts that are coming out. We do know that people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome have visceral hypersensitive, their guts are much more sensitive than normal people, particularly to pain or discomfort. Norman Swan: So if you take two people, one of them who's hypersensitive and you give them the same stimulus, like eating carrots for example, one person will react to that, one person won't, that's because they're more sensitive.

109. Irritable Bowel Syndrome irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) also called irritable or spastic colon isa common functional intestinal disorder characterized by recurrent abdominal http://www.quackwatch.org/03HealthPromotion/ibs.html

Quackwatch Home Page Irritable Bowel Syndrome Stephen Barrett, M.D. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) also called irritable or spastic colon is a common functional intestinal disorder characterized by recurrent abdominal discomfort and abnormal bowel function. The discomfort often begins after eating and goes away after a bowel movement. The symptoms can include cramps, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and a feeling of incomplete emptying. IBS occurs in about one in five Americans, more commonly in women, and more often at times of emotional stress. It usually begins in late adolescence or early adult life and rarely starts after the age of 50. In severe cases, it can result in missed work days and curtailment of social activities. Although effective help is available, many people with IBS are too embarrassed, pessimistic, or afraid to seek medical care. Even worse, some people who consult a doctor receive insufficient guidance and conclude that nothing further can be done for them. Why Symptoms Occur During normal digestion, foods are broken down in the stomach and small intestine so that their nutrients can be absorbed into the body. Undigested or partially digested portions mostly in liquid form then enter the large intestine (colon) where most of the water is reabsorbed. Movement through the intestines results from peristalsis, a wavelike contraction of muscles in the intestinal walls that propel their contents forward. When all is well, the end result is stool that is solid but soft enough to be excreted easily.

110. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Having irritable bowel syndrome can make a kid feel awful. The good news is thatkids can take steps to feel better. http://kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/stomach/ibs.html

KidsHealth Kids Kids' Health Problems Everybody gets irritable once in a while, like when you've had a bad day or didn't get enough sleep. But what do you do if your intestines are irritable? Tell them to take a nap? Actually, your intestines (also called bowels ) can have something called irritable bowel syndrome. It causes cramps, bloating (puffiness in your belly area), constipation (when you can't poop), and diarrhea (when you poop too much). If you have irritable bowel syndrome, you can take steps to minimize or prevent these symptoms. What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a fairly common problem with the way the large intestine (say: in- tes -tin) works. The large intestine (also known as the colon) absorbs water and nutrients from the partially digested food that enters the colon from the small intestine. Anything that is not absorbed is slowly moved on a pathway out of your body. These undigested and unabsorbed food particles are also known as stool, a bowel movement, or poop. Here's why an intestine gets "irritable." To have a bowel movement, the muscles in the colon and the rest of the body have to work together. If this process is somehow interrupted, the contents of the colon can't move along very smoothly. It sort of stops and starts, doesn't move, or sometimes moves too fast. This can hurt and make a kid feel awful. Doctors also believe that people with IBS may have more sensitive bowels, so what might cause a little discomfort in one person causes serious pain for someone with IBS.

111. Irritable Bowel Syndrome irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that interferes with the normalfunctions of the large intestine (colon). It is characterized by a group of http://www.temple.edu/gisection/ibs.html

Gastroenterology Section Temple University School of Medicine Philadelphia, PA Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that interferes with the normal functions of the large intestine (colon). It is characterized by a group of symptoms—crampy abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea. One in five Americans has IBS, making it one of the most common disorders diagnosed by doctors. It occurs more often in women than in men, and it usually begins around age 20. IBS causes a great deal of discomfort and distress, but it does not permanently harm the intestines and does not lead to intestinal bleeding or to any serious disease such as cancer. Most people can control their symptoms with diet, stress management, and medications prescribed by their physician. But for some people, IBS can be disabling. They may be unable to work, go to social events, or travel even short distances. What causes IBS? What causes one person to have IBS and not another? No one knows. Symptoms cannot be traced to a single organic cause. Research suggests that people with IBS seem to have a colon that is more sensitive and reactive than usual to a variety of things, including certain foods and stress. Some evidence indicates that the immune system, which fights infection, is also involved. IBS symptoms result from the following:

112. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Info, Treatment Ratings Which treatments work for irritable bowel syndrome? RemedyFind is a free, unbiasedsite where you rate the medications, supplements, therapies etc. you’ve http://remedyfind.com/hc_IrritableBowel.asp

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113. Ease Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) | Hypnosis Downloads.com irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is not only physically painful, If you fromirritable bowel syndrome, then download the IBS session now and see how it http://www.hypnosisdownloads.com/downloads/health/irritable-bowel-syndrome.html

Home Learn Hypnosis - Free! Hypnosis Scripts Help ... Health Category Hypnosis Downloads Self Improvement Health Weight Loss - Eat Healthy Exercise Motivation ... Weight Loss Hypnosis Proven Effective for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is not only physically painful, what is also difficult to deal with is the medical establishment's inability to treat it effectively. Frighteningly, some physicians are still prescribing a high-fibre diet for irritable bowel syndrome, when it is known to make symptoms worse. So why can hypnotherapy help IBS? Over a decade of scientific research has shown hypnotherapy to be an effective choice for alleviating the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Hypnotherapy routinely produces positive results in over 80% of the people who use it. Hypnosis has been so successful for improving IBS symptoms that Adriane Fugh-Berman, MD, chair of the National Women's Health Network in Washington, DC, says that hypnosis should be the treatment of choice for IBS cases which have not responded to conventional therapy. The main theory behind the success of hypnosis for IBS is that the relaxation improves blood flow to the gut - something that stress tends to inhibit - and so improves digestion and the movement of food through the bowel.

114. THE MERCK MANUAL--SECOND HOME EDITION, Irritable Bowel Syndrome In Ch. 129, Bowe irritable bowel syndrome is a disorder of motility of the entire digestive tract irritable bowel syndrome affects women 3 times more often than men. http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec09/ch129/ch129d.html

var externalLinkWarning = "The link you have selected will take you to a site outside Merck and The Merck Manuals.*n*nThe Merck Manuals do not review or control the content of any non-Merck site. The Merck Manuals do not endorse and are not responsible for the accuracy, content, practices, or standards of any non-Merck sources."; Search The Second Home Edition , Online Version Search Index A B C D ... Z Sections Accidents and Injuries Blood Disorders Bone, Joint, and Muscle Disorders Brain, Spinal Cord, and Nerve Disorders ... Women's Health Issues Resources Anatomical Drawings Multimedia Pronunciations Weights and Measures ... , Online Version Section Digestive Disorders Chapter Bowel Movement Disorders Topics Introduction Constipation Diarrhea Fecal Incontinence ... Flatulence Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable Bowel Syndrome Buy The Book Print This Topic Email This Topic Pronunciations colitis colonoscopy mucus psyllium ... ulcerative colitis Irritable bowel syndrome is a disorder of motility of the entire digestive tract that causes abdominal pain, constipation, or diarrhea. In this disorder, the digestive tract is especially sensitive to many stimuli. Stress, diet, drugs, hormones, or minor irritants may cause the digestive tract to contract abnormally, usually leading to diarrhea. Periods of constipation may occur between bouts of diarrhea. Irritable bowel syndrome affects women 3 times more often than men.

115. Acupuncture And Chinese Herbs For IBS This site explores the numerous causes and treatments for irritable bowel syndromefrom the traditional Chinese medicine perspective utilizing acupuncture http://beyondwellbeing.com/ibs/

Symptoms General Information BeyondWellBeing Home TCM for Headaches Home about Beyond Well Being about Al Stone, L.Ac. Diarrhea strong odor or burning anus strong odor doesn't burn anus no strong odor nor burning anus mucus with burning anus ... dark or purple stools Constipation pellet shaped aggravated by stress alternates with diarrhea with heart burn ... causes exhaustion Abdominal Pain sharp and fixed aggravated by eating aggravated by stress with bloating ... better with pressure Gas with strong odor without strong odor burns anus aggravated by stress Bloody stools strong odor no strong odor mucus with strong odor mucus without strong odor ... more than six months Heartburn aggravated by stress worse when bending or laying down aggravated by eating with excessive saliva Nausea aggravated by stress with severe cramping pain worse when bending or laying down with bloating, belching, and bad breath ... with undigested food Bloating with constipation or sluggish stools worse with fatigue relieved by gas with strong odor relieved by gas with light odor ... worse in the afternoon Acupuncture, Herbs and IBS Welcome to the all new and improved IBS page.

116. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms Signs - Natural Treatments irritable bowel syndrome symptoms and signs, natural treatment with peppermintoil, clown s mustard, studies, articles, information. http://www.heartspring.net/irritable_bowel_syndrome.html

Page Updated: 2-26-2005 Share This Page With A Friend Herbal Remedies - Medical Guide MultiVitamins - Survey Ionized Water Filters ... Find a Naturopathic Doctor Near You Web www.HeartSpring.net Get Free Information Therapy: By Camilla Parham, M.D. an expert in holistic medicine. Sample Issue Irritable Bowel Syndrome Herbal Health Guide Alzheimer's Disease Acid Reflux Symptoms Anxiety Attack Symptoms Breast Cancer Symptoms ... Prostate Cancer Get Free Information about Herb, Vitamin and Drug Interactions! Health Notes is the leading provider of science-based information on healthy living. Gathered from scientific studies published in over 550 peer-reviewed medical and scientific journals. Visit Health Notes for drug interactions Health Care Directory Our Approach Contact Us Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms By the National Institute of Health Use your browser's back button to navigate the irritable bowel syndrome menu.

117. Irritable Bowel Syndrome irritable bowel syndrome, a common disorder in which bowel habits are altered in The age at onset of irritable bowel syndrome varies, but the incidence http://www.medical-journals.com/r031128b.htm

UK Europe Asia Editorials Online™ ... Home NEJM Volume 349:2136-2146 November 27, 2003 Number 22 Irritable Bowel Syndrome Howard R. Mertz, M.D. Irritable bowel syndrome, a common disorder in which bowel habits are altered in association with abdominal pain or discomfort, has a prevalence of 12 percent among adults in the United States and a similar prevalence worldwide. By definition, no mechanical, biochemical, or overt inflammatory condition explains the symptoms. Validated, symptom-based criteria for the diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome are highly predictive in the absence of alarming symptoms such as weight loss, fever, and intestinal bleeding. The pain or discomfort experienced by patients with irritable bowel syndrome often leads to health care use and a decreased quality of life. Diarrhea is a symptom that often leads to medical consultation, since it can be inconvenient and, if associated with urgency, may be accompanied by fecal incontinence, an altered lifestyle (owing to frequent trips to the bathroom)

118. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Detailed information on irritable bowel syndrome, including causes, symptoms,diagnosis, and treatment. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/peds_digest/bowel.cfm

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Making a Gift Topics Adolescent Medicine Allergy/Asthma/Immunology Blood Disorders Burns Cancer Common Injuries/Poison Tips Craniofacial Anomalies Dermatology Diabetes/Endo/Metabolism Eye Care Genitourinary/Kidney High-Risk Newborn High-Risk Pregnancy Infectious Diseases Medical Genetics Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Normal Newborns Oral Health Orthopaedics Pediatric Surgery Respiratory Disorders Terminal Illness in Children Transplantation UVa Health Topics A to Z FIND A DOCTOR Pediatric Allergy and Asthma Pediatric Gastroentorology Pediatric Immunology ... CLINICAL TRIALS Search This Site Irritable Bowel Syndrome What is irritable bowel syndrome? Irritable bowel syndrome is one of the manifestations of functional abdominal pain. Functional means that there is no organic disease. Functional abdominal pain describes a constellation of symptoms as a result of intestinal motility disorders. Symptoms may include: flatulence bloating diarrhea constipation urgency with defecation incomplete sensation of defecation passage of mucus in the stool What causes irritable bowel syndrome?

119. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Detailed information on irritable bowel syndrome, including causes, symptoms,triggers, diagnosis, treatment, and diet. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_digest/ibs.cfm

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Making a Gift Topics All About Cancer Blood Disorders Bone Disorders Breast Health Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Dermatology Diabetes Digestive Disorders Endocrinology Environmental Medicine Eye Care Glossary Gynecological Health Infectious Diseases Kidney Disease Men's Health Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Non-Trauma Emergency Oral Health Orthopaedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics, General Health Prostate Health Radiology Respiratory Disorders Skin Cancer Surgical Care Urology Women's Health UVa Health Topics A to Z FIND A DOCTOR Colorectal Cancer: Assessment Colorectal Cancer: Medical Oncology Colorectal Cancer: Surgery ... WHY CHOOSE UVA Search This Site Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) What is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an intestinal disorder that causes the following: crampy pain gassiness bloating changes in bowel habits IBS has inaccurately been called by many names, including the following:

120. Irritable Bowel Syndrome This site contains information about irritable bowel syndrome. http://www.mamashealth.com/syndrome/ibs.asp

Mamashealth.com Home Syndromes Pages Acute Respiratory Asperger's Burning Foot Burning Mouth ... Myelodysplastic Links More Syndromes Email Mama What is a Irritable Bowel Syndrome? A "syndrome" is a medical condition that is categorized by a multitude of symptoms. Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a functional bowel disorder of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It is characterized by recurrent abdominal pain and discomfort accompanied by alterations in bowel function, diarrhea, constipation or a combination of both, typically over months or years. The symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome are responsible for over 3 million yearly visits to physicians in the United States. Irritable Bowel Syndrome occurs in women more often that it occurs in men. About 70% of people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome are women. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common ailments of the intestines and affects an estimated 15% of the United States population. It is the most common disease diagnosed by doctors who specialize in medical treatment of disorders of the stomach and intestines Irritable bowel syndrome is also called spastic colon, mucous colitis, spastic colitis, nervous stomach, or irritable colon.

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