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TRYING TO TREAT IBS YOURSELF?

September 3, 2008 The Waynedale News Staff 0 min read

IT MAY TAKE MORE THAN A CHANGE IN YOUR DIET.

Have you heard of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) but still not sure what it is?

IBS is a functional bowel disorder with symptoms of abdominal pain, discomfort or bloating accompanied by a change in bowel habits. The treatments can include a modification of diet, medication and psychological treatment to help the interaction between the brain and intestinal functions. Other medical conditions share symptoms with IBS, and therefore meeting with a doctor is the only way to attain a correct diagnosis.

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