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Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a group of chronic disorders that affect the large intestine. It causes abdominal pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea or constipation, and mucus in stools. IBS increases the risk of colorectal cancer.

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What are the symptoms of IBS that most people ignore, and when to see a doctor?

Query: Hi doctor, What are the symptoms of IBS that most people ignore? When do people need to see a doctor?  Read Full »


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Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for asking this important question. The most important thing you need to know about irritable bowel syndrome or IBS, is that it is a diagnosis of exclusion, which means that more serious things need to be ruled out. IBS refers to a chronic bowel disorder of...  Read Full »

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