Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (Functional Colitis; IBS; Intestinal Neurosis; Irritable Colon; Laxative Colitis; Mucous Colitis; Nervous Indigestion; Spastic Colon)

Description of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (CPK) It is a chronic disorder of the intestine. IBS does not cause inflammation and does not lead to a more serious condition.

Causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

The cause of IBS is unknown. At IBS muscles in the colon do not work normally and may spasm. If you have IBS rectum can be more sensitive, responding to food and medicine. Food allergies and certain bacteria may worsen symptoms. IBS may also occur after a stomach upset (the so-called gastroenteritis).

Risk factors of irritable bowel syndrome

Factors, that may increase the risk for irritable bowel syndrome include:

• Paul: female;
• The presence of family members with IBS;
• Age: usually begins in adolescence;
• Stress;
• Generalized anxiety disorder (associated with IBS);
• The abuse than ever (It may be associated with IBS).

Tell your doctor, if you have any of these risk factors.

Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Symptoms usually appear and disappear, and range from mild to severe. These include:

• Abdominal cramps;
• Gases and bloating;
• Pain, which takes place after a bowel movement;
• Loose stools;
• Diarrhea;
• Constipation;
• Alternating diarrhea and constipation;
• Desire stool again immediately after defecation;
• Mucus in the stool.

Factors, which may worsen the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome:

• Stress;
• Menstrual period;
• Overeating or eating lots of fatty foods;
• The excess gas.

Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical examination. In many cases, the diagnosis can be made on the basis of the obtained data. So far, there are no diagnostic tests to determine the CMB, but doctors have developed some criteria for diagnosis.

Your doctor may order the following tests, to rule out other diseases:

• Fecal to check for blood or signs of inflammatory bowel disease;
• Blood tests;
• Barium enema solution – introduction of radiopaque liquid into the rectum. After it hit the colon performed X-rays, that allows the doctor to detect abnormalities in the colon area;
• Flexible sigmoidoscopy – for the study of the rectum and lower colon to the rectum inserted a thin tube;
• Colonoscopy – a thin tube inserted through the rectum into the large, to visually examine the mucosa of the entire colon.

The doctor may also prescribe screen tests for celiac disease research, which often occurs in people with IBS.

Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Treatments for IBS does not exist. Help is aimed at on the control and reduction of IBS symptoms.

Diet in CPK

Changes in diet can help control the symptoms of IBS:

• We need to keep a food diary of, what you eat and how the body reacts to it. Show records doctor. It can determine the, Do you have any food allergies;
• Make gradual changes in the diet and the results of this viksiruyte in blog;
• Avoid foods, which caused health problems in the past. A dietitian can help you find replacement products excluded;
• Avoid foods and drinks, which can cause symptoms of IBS. These include:
  • Fatty food, spicy food;
  • Dairy;
  • Bow, cabbage and other blowing products;
  • Consuming large amounts of alcohol or caffeine;
• Eat foods, which may reduce the likelihood of spasms, such as:
  • Fruits and vegetables;
  • Whole grains and other foods high in fiber (sometimes high in fiber may increase the release of gases and cause bloating);
• Eat small meals more often and consume less food;
• Eat slowly and try not to swallow the air;
• Drink plenty of water. This will help reduce the likelihood of constipation.

Exercises

Regular exercises can help improve bowel function and reduce other symptoms of IBS. If you want to start exercising, Consult a physician, To make sure, that you are healthy enough.

Stress Management

Talk to your doctor about, how to reduce stress, eg, Using methods such as:

• Relaxation;
• Biofeedback;
• Counseling.

Education and support groups

Learn everything you can about IBS and ways, that can reduce the symptoms. You can also join a support group.

Medication IBS

Depending on IBS symptoms, your doctor may recommend:

• Antispasmodic (eg, dicyclomine, alyverina citrate);
• Antibiotics (rifaksimin [Xifaxan]);
• Preparations are high in fiber (plantain);
• Carminative (simethicone);
• Antidiarrheals (loperamide);
• Low doses of antidepressants;
• Painkillers (acetaminophen) – It can help reduce abdominal cramping;
• Agonists and antagonists of serotonin receptors (also referred to as 5-HT3 antagonists) – may be useful for the treatment of diarrhea, and treatment of other symptoms of IBS, such as abdominal pain in women (alosetron);
• Probiotics ("Friendly" bacteria) – may be useful, but before you take them, Consult a physician;
• Peppermint oil.

In some cases, your doctor may recommend taking a combination of drugs.

Prevention of irritable bowel syndrome

IBS can not be prevented, as the cause of the alarm is unknown.