Irritable Bowel Syndrome WisdomCard™
Our Guides and Physician Review team have organized the Top 10 Health Resources on Irritable Bowel Syndrome and compiled helpful research notes below.
- WebMD: IBS Health Center webmd.com - IBS Health Center
- National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse: Irritable Bowel Syndrome digestive.niddk.nih.gov - Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Mayo Clinic: Irritable Bowel Syndrome mayoclinic.com - Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- eMedicineHealth: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Overview emedicinehealth.com - Irritable Bowel Syndrome Overview
- Johns Hopkins Medical School: Digestive Disease Library: IBS
hopkins-gi.nts.jhu.edu - Digestive Disease Library: IBS
- Environmental Illness Resource: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) ei-resource.org - Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Research Notes on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
In gastroenterology, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional bowel disorder characterized by abdominal pain, discomfort or bloating relieved by defecation and alteration of bowel habits. Diarrhea or constipation may predominate, or they may alternate (classified as IBS-D, IBS-C or IBS-A, respectively). IBS may begin after an infection (post-infectious, IBS-PI) or a stressful life event. Other functional or pain disorders and certain psychological conditions are more common in those with IBS. ...read more from Wikipedia
Fast Facts:
- The cause of IBS is unknown.
- Diet modification and adding fiber to the diet is the first line of treatment.1
- Anti-depressant medication and psychological treatments may also be used as treatment.2
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Latest Headlines on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration: Irritable Bowel Syndrome -- A Poorly Understood Disorder
- National Women's Health Information Center Irritable Bowel Syndrome FAQ
- MedlinePlus: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- eMedTV: About Irritable Bowel Syndrome
What Are The Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
- Healthwise (via WebMD): IBS Symptoms
- About.com: IBS Symptoms and Treatments
- KidsHealth: IBS Symptoms
- iVillage: IBS Signs, Symptoms and Diagnosis
What Are The Treatments and Medications for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
- American Family Physician: Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- HealingWell: Newer Treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- FamilyDoctor: Tips on Controlling Your Symptoms
- Healthwise (via WebMD): Controlling IBS with Diet
- WrongDiagnosis: Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
What Are The Holistic and Alternative Treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
- Mayo Clinic: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Self-care
- Cleveland Clinic: Foods to Choose if You Have Mixed Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- iVillage: Diet and Lifestyle Changes for IBS
- About.com: Natural Remedies for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Acupuncture: Holistic Healing with Traditional Chinese Medicine: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
What Are The Causes and Complications of Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
- MedicineNet: IBS Causes and Complications
- AHealthyMe: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Causes and Treatment
- Prevention: Stress Increases Risk of IBS
- Center for the Advancement of Health: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Linked with Emotional Abuse
- MedicineNet: Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome Linked to Foods?
How Do You Prevent Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
- Mayo Clinic: Preventing Stress to Prevent IBS
- iVillage: IBS Prevention
- Jackson Siegelbaum Gastroenterology: Gas and Flatulence Prevention Diet
- Healthwise (via Yahoo Health): Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) - Prevention
Wisdom, Personal Experiences and Blogs about Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- IBSHealth: Personal Site of an IBS patient
- IBS Tales: Benefits for IBS
- IBS Author: Took a Risk and It Went Okay
- International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders: Courageous Profiles
Foundations and Support Groups on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders: About IBS
- American Gastroenterological Association: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Official Site: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Association
- Official Site: International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
Message Boards, Chat and Discussions about Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- IBS Group: IBS Self Help and Support Group
- HelpforIBS: IBS Forum
- DailyStrength: Discussion on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Revolution Health: Posts on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- AOL Messageboards: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- WebMD Forums: IBS Support Group
- HealthBoards: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- PubMed Central: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Articles
- JAMA: Articles on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Google Scholar: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Recent Articles
Clinical Trials on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- ClinicalTrials.gov: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- CenterWatch: IBS trials
Research Notes References
- ↑ eMedicineHealth: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Overview
- ↑ MedicineNet: IBS At A Glance
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