About.com Health: Troublesome Stomach Pains? You Could Have IBS

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor I know we talked about the colon last week, but April kicks off with Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month, so I'm going for back-to-back digestive-health-related discussions. After all, what goes in and out of our bodies is very indicative of our overall health, so it's important to arm ourselves with knowledge. Just What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Chronic abdominal pain, urgent bouts of diarrhea and persistent constipation--or alternating between all of these--are some key signs of IBS. What Is IBS? Symptoms of IBS Red Flag Digestive Symptoms What Changes in Stool Color Mean Search Related Topics:  digestive disorders  diarrhea  constipation How to Find a Doctor To Diagnose and Treat IBS If you suspect you may be suffering from IBS, finding a doctor who can diagnose and treat you may itself seem overwhelming, but fear not: we have a few tips to help you. How to Find an IBS Doctor How IBS is Diagnosed If It's Not IBS, Then What is It? Search Related Topics:  ibs treatment  talking to your doctor  how to find an ibs doctor Treatment Options for IBS One person's IBS treatment regimen may not be right for you, so it's important to work closely with your doc to figure out what medicines, dietary changes, or things you haven't even considered can best help you. Treating IBS The FODMAP Diet May Bring IBS Relief Can Antibiotics Help Treat IBS? Search Related Topics:  ibs medicine  otcs  ibs helpful foods Fast Relief for Gas Pains Gas and bloating are two other major symptoms of IBS, but there are several ways to get fast--and even natural--relief. Get Rid of Gas Pains in a Flash Foods to Eat for Constipation Gut Bacteria's Role in IBS Search Related Topics:  gas and bloating  ibs self-care  gassy foods Related Searches Pet Health Symptoms Colon Health Diet IBS Syndrome Health Care It IBS Bloating Featured Articles 2013 Readers' Choice Awards: Walking Hip Weakness May Contribute to Knee Pain Bad Advice for Contact Lens Wearers All You Need to Know About Calling 911 How Milk Banks Work Quotes on the Loss of a Beloved Pet   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement