17 Apr April 19 is World IBS Day 2023
Posted at 13:22h
in Constipation, Diarrhea, Digestive Disorder, Endoscopy, Infection, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
April 19, 2023 is WORLD IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME (IBS) DAY!
IBS is a common gastrointestinal disorder.
IBS is not life-threatening but it causes bothersome, embarrassing and debilitating symptoms:
A: abdominal pain
B: bloating
C: constipation
D: diarrhea
IBS affects how contents move through the intestines, and how the brain interprets sensations that occur along the digestive tract.
IBS may be triggered by:
- Medications
- Surgery
- Infection
- Food Poisoning
- Change in Diet
- Bacterial Imbalances
- Hormonal Imbalances
- Neurotransmitter Imbalances
- Travel
Join the annual IBS focused webinar on World IBS Day! Hear from the experts about IBS myths in symptoms and treatments, as well as IBS mimickers that need to be considered in the diagnostic process. The panel will also take time to consider the patient voice and their illness experience.
