Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

The exact cause is unknown, but it has been linked to stress, oversensitive nerves in the gut, family history of IBS, or hypersensitivity to certain foods.

There is no cure for IBS, but symptoms can be managed with treatment. Many people find that their symptoms are caused by specific foods, but these are not usually the same for everyone. There are also medications available to help relieve symptoms, that are readily available here at Pharmacy Online, so get in contact today to discuss options.

It’s important to maintain a healthy balanced diet. It may also help to keep a food diary so you can pinpoint if there are any foods which trigger IBS symptoms.

Common symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) may include:

• Diarrhoea - a sudden urge to go to the toilet and watery stools
• Uncomfortable bloating/swollen stomach
• Stomach cramps or pain - this may be relieved when going to the toilet and worsen after eating
• Constipation - a feeling of not emptying your bowels fully or strain when pooing

IBS may also cause:

• Incontinence
• Flatulence
• Lethargy or lack of energy
• Nausea
• Passing mucus from your bottom
• Backache
• Problems with passing urine