IBS Awareness Month

IBS (irritable Bowel Syndrome) is a chronic condition  where patients can experience symptoms of abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea and altered bowel habits. There are three types of iBS. The most common is IBS with constipation which has many treatment options. IBS with diarrhea has only 2 FDA approved medications for the condition. The most difficult  to treat type of IBS is IBS-mixed which has symptoms of both constipation and diarrhea. 

IBS should never present with blood in the stool. Also IBS should typically not cause weight loss or waking up at night. If you have these symptoms, you should consult with a physician.