What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
5. Symptoms
The symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and their severity will vary from person to person. The symptoms for each individual may also vary at times, and there may be periods when they experience no symptoms at all. When symptoms are present, they typically include pain in the abdomen.
The patient will also likely have bloating and/or cramping, and these may be relieved after a bowel movement. Excess gas is another likely symptom, and the patient may also have mucus in their stools. Constipation and diarrhea are also other common symptoms, and individuals may switch between suffering from one or the other.
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