Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common and long-term condition of the digestive system. It can cause bouts of stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and/or constipation. Anybody can develop IBS, at any age, but women are more likely to develop the condition than men, and it often develops initially in young adults.

The symptoms vary between individuals and affect some people more severely than others.

Pain and discomfort:

This may occur in different parts of the abdomen. The Pain usually comes and goes. The length of each bout of pain can vary greatly. The pain often eases when you pass stools or wind.

Bloating and swelling:

Bloating and swelling of abdomen may develop from time to time. You may pass more wind than usual.

Changes in stools:

Some people have bouts of diarrhoea, and some have bouts of constipation. Some have bouts of diarrhoea that alternate with bouts of constipation. Sometimes the stools become small and pellet-like. Sometimes the stools become watery or more loose. At times, mucus may also be mixed with the stools. Some people have urgency, which means they need to get to the toilet quickly. A morning rush is common. That is, they feel an urgent need to go to the toilet several times shortly after getting up. This is most often during and after breakfast.

Other Symptoms:

Some other symptoms of IBS include fatigue, headache and bad taste lingering in the mouth.

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