Michael F December 7th, 2007
IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) has become a very common problem all over the world. And this disease is particularly especially affecting women living in western countries. What you may not know is that there are very easy ways to cure ibs. There is no need to splurge on medicines if you don’t want to! A simple change in your diet and lifestyle is all you need to get rid of ibs fast. In this article I will tell you how to change your food habits in such a way that you are able to get rid of IBS within weeks. Continue Reading »
vdoctor December 4th, 2007
One of the worst things that could happen to you while you are at a buffet party is to suddenly experience the different symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome due to certain foods that you have eaten. Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a chronic intestinal disorder that is characterized by a number of symptoms, such as constipation and diarrhea, abdominal pains, vomiting and nausea, as well as bloating and gas. Some of the symptoms experience by some people can range from being mild to severe, depending on a number of factors that help lead to them. People who experience IBS may experience having the feeling to open their bowels immediately, which can pose a problem if you are in a buffet party. Continue Reading »
David May 15th, 2007
The British Society of Gastroenterology has issued guidelines for diagnosing and treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), including dietary and psychological treatments, in primary care and other settings. The new recommendations for IBS, a chronic, relapsing gastrointestinal problem characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habit, are published in the May 8 Online First issue of Gut.
“While the precise prevalence and incidence depends on the criteria used, all studies agree that it is a common disorder, affecting a substantial proportion of individuals in the general population, and presenting frequently to general practitioners and to specialists,” write Robin Spiller, MD, from the University Hospital in Nottingham, United Kingdom, and colleagues.
“IBS is troublesome, with a significant negative impact on quality of life and social functioning in many patients, but is not known to be associated with the development of serious disease or with excess mortality. IBS generates significant healthcare costs both direct, due to IBS symptoms and associated disorders as well as indirect, due to time off work.” Continue Reading »
