Health Tip: Symptoms of IBS

Common warning signs of irritable bowel

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(HealthDay News) -- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) describes a host of conditions that cause the bowel's nerves and muscles to function abnormally.

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The U.S. National Women's Health Information Center offers this list of common IBS warning signs:

• Abdominal cramps.
• Stomach pain.
• Abdominal bloating.
• Gas.
• Mucus in the stools.
• A change in bowel habits.
• Persistent constipation or diarrhea.

-- Diana Kohnle