Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic functional disorder that affects the digestive system.
The exact cause of IBS is not clear, but it may have something to do with over-activity of parts of the gut. With over-activity, the brain may send mixed messages to the gut, causing it to over respond. Also, intolerance to certain food types may play a part in some cases.
An infection or bacteria in the gut — by way of a virus or other germ — may 'sensitise' or 'trigger' the gut in some way to cause persisting symptoms of IBS. IBS is not caused by an ongoing gut infection. Even under examination, the gut appears normal and there are no immediate signs of anything wrong.
Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome are abdominal pain, diarrhoea and constipation.
To see which therapies are recommended for Irritable bowel syndrome on this website, you will need to join The Therapy Book, the online one-stop-shop that matches health conditions with their most effective therapies.
For just $15.99*, you’ll get full lifetime membership plus The Therapy Book, which contains comprehensive information on more than 200 complementary health therapies. Not only that, but you also gain access to our Knowledge Bank, and you’ll receive our monthly newsletters containing the very latest on health therapies.
*Low price for a limited period only
JOIN NOW
If you are already a member then please Sign in
Or if you’re not sure, why not take out a free 10-day trial membership which includes a free sample of The Therapy Book? Learn more
Therapy Book Online
To find out about the most effective therapies for this condition, subscribe to The Therapy Book Online now.
Join Now
If you are already a member then please
Sign in