Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder that affects the large intestine, causing discomfort and problems with bowel movements. Frequent symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating ...

Hormonal shifts in menopause are quietly reshaping women’s digestive health, driving a surge in IBS-like symptoms that many ...

Have you ever wondered why digestive symptoms affect so many women more than men? Many women live with ongoing gut discomfort that worsens around their menstrual cycle, during pregnancy, or near ...

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A new study uncovers significant disparities in who seeks IBS care and who gets diagnosed, with men and African Americans falling through the care gap.

Estrogen may cause certain colon cells, shown in green in this microscope image, to release a hormone called peptide YY. This, in turn, causes a different type of colon cell, colored magenta, to pump ...

Women are dramatically more likely than men to suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a chronic condition causing abdominal pain, bloating, and digestive discomfort. Now, scientists at UC San ...

If you’ve experienced Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), a condition which affects the gastrointestinal (GI) system, you’ll know how uncomfortable and disruptive it is. When your symptoms – which may ...

While some studies suggest certain probiotics may alleviate IBS symptoms like constipation or diarrhea, the overall evidence is limited. More high quality research is necessary. Individual responses ...

After months of medical tests failed to explain her illness, she realised workplace stress was the cause, prompting a career change that resonated with thousands online.

Those with IBS can experience a flare-up during monsoon season. Dr Anukalp Prakash explains why the symptoms of IBS worsen during weather changes and tips to avoid them from worsening.

Studies suggest that drinking Kefir may help address the bacterial imbalances involved in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and help alleviate IBS symptoms. Kefir is a fermented drink usually made by ...