Diagnosed with IBS but You Didn’t Have a Colonoscopy?
Warning: Young adults CAN have colon cancer, and a diagnosis of IBS without a colonoscopy can cost you your life. […]
Explosive Watery Foul Diarrhea with IBS: Misdiagnosis Possible
If you’ve been diagnosed with IBS due to daily explosive, watery smelly diarrhea that comes with little warning, you might not have IBS after all. […]
Why Can an IBS Attack Cause Chills?
Do you suffer from sudden chills when you have an IBS attack? […]
Why Is IBS-D Worse in the Morning?
Have you noticed your irritable bowel syndrome is worse in the morning, that you’re having more diarrhea at that time than at any other time of the day? […]
Sharp Stomach Pains Before Having a BM that Make You Shake
You have an urge to poop; soon after sitting on the toilet you’re overcome with severe lower abdominal pain; as you strain your body starts shaking. What on earth can this mean? […]
Can Cancer Cause a Stomach Ache After Eating?
Yes, cancer can cause your stomach to ache after eating, but there are a few things you need to know about this – variables to consider and when to be alarmed. […]
What Causes Diarrhea After Eating? Is Cancer Possible?
The causes of diarrhea after eating are multiple, and one of them is cancer. […]
IBS Waking You Up At Night: Causes and Solutions
A GI doctor has some very surprising news for sufferers of IBS who keep getting wakened overnight by cramps and diarrhea. If you’ve been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome, you already know what this does [...]
Can Crohn’s Disease Be Accurately Diagnosed with Only a CT Scan?
Is it possible for a CT scan to accurately show Crohn’s disease well enough for a diagnosis? Crohn’s is a form of inflammatory bowel disease and can cause blood in the stools. […]
Can Garlic Make IBS Worse?
It’s bad news for garlic fans who’ve been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome. […]
How Well Can Amitzia Treat IBS-C ?
Have you tried Amitzia as a treatment for your IBS-C? Many people who suffer from IBS-C notice that over time, laxatives that once worked begin to lose their steam. They ultimately become ineffective and the [...]
Can Mucus in Toilet Bowl without Poops Be Caused by IBS?
Ever heard something plop in the toilet bowl but see only a glob of mucus but no poops? If you have IBS you may have previously seen a lot of mucus coming out with your [...]
Can IBS Cause a Headache?
There’s a reason why it only SEEMS that irritable bowel syndrome can actually cause a headache or a migraine. Certainly, there’s an association between IBS and headaches. […]
Can Cymbalta Cure Irritable Bowel Syndrome ?
Cymbalta is sometimes prescribed off-label for patients who suffer from IBS. And some patients swear that Cymbalta has cured them of their irritable bowel syndrome. But what’s really going on here? “Unfortunately, IBS is a [...]
Can a Long IBS Flare Mean Something Serious; Should You Worry?
Panic often sets in when a person’s IBS flare seems to be going on and on without any let-up. […]
IBS Chest Pain vs. Cardiac Chest Pain: Symptom Comparison
Your chest pain may be irritable bowel syndrome—you HOPE, since you’re also fearing it’s related to your heart. If you have IBS and one day you get chest pain, this doesn’t mean it’s from your [...]
What Are the Best Exercises for Irritable Bowel Syndrome ?
You’ll be happy to know that MANY exercises are great for irritable bowel syndrome; you have a lot to choose from. However, it’s the WAY you exercise that will make a difference. […]
Colon Cancer Nausea vs. IBS Nausea
Is there a difference in the way nausea feels when it’s caused by cancer vs. IBS? Or is all nausea the same, whether it’s caused by cancer or irritable bowel syndrome? Nausea, regardless of whether it’s [...]
What Diarrhea Alternating with Constipation Really Means
Confused over what “diarrhea alternating with constipation” actually means? The commonly used phrase, diarrhea alternating with constipation, is sometimes seen in symptom lists for colon cancer and IBS, even ovarian cancer. And it’s ambiguous. Alternating [...]
Colon Cancer Change in Bowel Habits vs. IBS
Is it possible to tell the difference between colon cancer’s “change in bowel habits” and the change in IBS? “Both colon cancer and IBS can have constipation and abdominal cramps,” begins Franjo Vladic, MD, a [...]
Colon Cancer vs. IBS: Alternating Constipation & Diarrhea
Constipation alternating with diarrhea is a classic symptom of irritable bowel syndrome, but also can be caused by colon cancer. What if you find that lately, you’re experiencing this troubling symptom? “Alternating constipation with diarrhea [...]
Diarrhea vs. Loose Stools Comparison
The line between diarrhea and “loose” stools is very fuzzy; at what point are loose stools actually diarrhea? Is there a way to test the substance to classify it as one or the other? “To [...]
Stomach Growls, Rumbles 24/7: Causes & Solutions
Find out what a GI doctor, not a layman in a thread, says is the cause of a growling, rumbling stomach 24/7. We expect our stomach to growl and rumble when we haven’t eaten for [...]
Is IBS a Real Disease & Diagnosis or just Symptom Collection?
“IBS by definition is not a true disease,” says Dr. Saad Habba, MD, a board certified gastroenterologist at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, NJ. One of Dr. Habba’s areas of interest is irritable bowel syndrome. He [...]
Soy Intolerance vs. Allergy, and IBS
There IS a difference between an soy intolerance and an actual allergy to this food, including how it relates to irritable bowel syndrome. “It is important to differentiate soy allergy from soy intolerance,” explains Dr. [...]
Does an IBS Attack Happen Suddenly or Slowly?
Here is information about the onset of an attack of irritable bowel syndrome. “The onset of IBS symptoms is usually slow and ongoing for a prolonged period of time,” says Dr. Saad Habba, MD, an [...]
Colon Cancer Diarrhea vs. IBS Diarrhea: Is There a Difference?
A gastroenterologist discusses differences between colon cancer diarrhea and the diarrhea caused by IBS. Do they look the same? How are they different? You may have read that “constipation alternating with diarrhea” is a possible [...]
Can IBS Cause Bloody Mucus?
Is it at all possible for irritable bowel syndrome to cause any bleeding, or blood to appear in the mucus that comes out when you have a bowel movement? “Mucus is the product of shedding [...]
Can IBS Cause Ribbon Stools?
You’ve heard that colon cancer can cause ribbon stools, but IBS can also do this. “Ribbon stools are not uncommonly seen with IBS, although excluding other causes, such as anatomic problems, inflammatory disease, etc., would [...]
Can IBS Cause Nausea after a Bowel Movement?
Ever feel nauseous after a bowel movement and you have irritable bowel syndrome? Could there be a connection? “The mechanism of IBS is abnormal motility in one form or another (constipation or diarrhea); hence, after [...]
Can Bloody Mucous Be Caused by Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Do you have IBS and have noticed what looks like blood in the mucous that comes out with your bowel movements? “One not uncommonly sees mucous in the stool with IBS, but not blood," says [...]
How Many Days Can an IBS Attack Last?
An IBS flare or attack is no picnic and can last for many days. “Some attacks can last for a few hours, some days,” says Michael Blume, MD, a gastroenterologist at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, Baltimore. [...]
What Does Frequent Nausea with IBS Mean?
It is no secret that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can lead to nausea, but what should a sufferer do? In fact, nausea that's caused by irritable bowel syndrome isn't even uncommon, says a doctor. ***** “IBS is [...]
Can IBS Cause Joint Pain? Are There Solutions?
Find out what may actually be going on if you’re having joint pains and have been diagnosed with IBS. “IBS as a rule does not directly cause joint pains, such as with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative [...]
Can IBS Cause Hot Flashes?
If IBS causes hot flashes, how on earth does this occur? IBS stands for irritable bowel syndrome. It is common. So are hot flashes. Can hot flashes be caused by irritable bowel syndrome? Yes, says [...]
Amitriptyline for IBS: Pros & Cons
A GI doctor discusses the effectiveness of amitriptyline for IBS, how it works and possible drawbacks. Amitriptyline and Irritable Bowel Syndrome “Amitriptyline is a very common drug used to treat IBS, and can be very [...]
IBS Relief from Bloating, Stomach Pain with Antibiotic Drug
Wouldn't it be great if your IBS stomach cramping and pain and bloating could be relieved with a simple antibiotic drug? IBS relief that lasts is here with an FDA approved drug, thanks to Cedars-Sinai [...]
Can You Be Too Old to Get IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)?
Are you thinking, “I can’t possibly have IBS because I’m too old!”? Then think again. You can be as old as the hills and still develop irritable bowel syndrome. ***** An individual being too old [...]
Can IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Lead to Cancer or Polyps?
If you have IBS, you may be fearing eventual cancer, wondering if irritable bowel syndrome can lead to or increase cancer risk. The symptoms of IBS are nearly identical to the symptoms of colon cancer. [...]
IBS Cramps vs. Menstrual Cramps (PMS)
A female GI doctor who specializes in women’s GI issues addresses IBS vs. menstrual cramps related to PMS. What are the differences between IBS cramps and those from premenstrual syndrome? “The main difference between menstrual [...]
