irritable bowel syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects the stomach and intestines, known together as the gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms include abdominal cramps and pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation, or both. IBS is a chronic condition that requires long-term treatment.

Only a small number of people with IBS have severe symptoms. Some people can control their symptoms by following a balanced diet and lifestyle, and avoiding stress. More severe symptoms can be treated with medication and counseling.

IBS does not change the nature of your bowel tissue, nor does it increase your risk of developing colorectal cancer.

Symptoms

Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome vary from person to person, but they usually last a long time. The most common symptoms include:

Abdominal pain, cramps, or bloating related to bowel movements

Changes in stool appearance

Changes in the frequency of bowel movements

Other symptoms are often related, including a sensation of incomplete defecation, increased gas, or mucus in the stool.

Reasons

The exact cause of irritable bowel syndrome is not known. However, factors that may play a role include:

• Muscle contractions in the intestines. The walls of the intestines are lined with layers of muscle that contract as they move food through the digestive tract. Strong contractions that last longer than usual can cause gas, bloating, and diarrhea. But weak contractions can slow the passage of food and cause hard, dry stools.
• Nervous system

Problems with the nerves in your digestive system can cause discomfort when your abdomen expands due to gas or stool. Poorly coordinated signals between your brain and your gut can cause your body to overreact to changes that normally occur during digestion. This can lead to pain, diarrhea, or constipation.

• Severe infection.

IBS can occur after a severe bout of diarrhea caused by bacteria or a virus. This condition is called gastroenteritis. IBS can also be associated with having too much bacteria in the intestines (bacterial overgrowth).

Early life stress. IBS symptoms are more common in people who experience stressful events, especially in childhood.

Changes in gut microbiota. Examples include changes in the bacteria, fungi, and viruses that normally live in the gut and play a key role in your body's health. Research suggests that the microbiome of people with IBS may be different from that of people without the condition.

Complications

Chronic constipation or diarrhea may cause hemorrhoids.

In addition, irritable bowel syndrome is associated with:

Poor quality of life. Many people with moderate to severe IBS report poor quality of life. Research suggests that people with IBS miss three times as many days from work as people without IBS.

Mood disorders. Experiencing symptoms of IBS can lead to depression or anxiety. Depression and anxiety can also make IBS worse.

Treatment

Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts found in foods and some dietary supplements. They are considered safe because they resemble beneficial gut bacteria and have a wide range of therapeutic benefits for digestive system diseases because they work to support and restore the balance of natural bacteria in the body.

Probiotics have been used for a variety of gastrointestinal disorders such as inflammatory bowel disease, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and irritable bowel syndrome.

One of the most famous and most popular

(Kefir milk), (gum arabic)

 Benefits of probiotics for irritable bowel syndrome and relief of abdominal pain and bloating

Abdominal pain is a major symptom of IBS, often occurring in the entire abdomen or lower abdomen. The pain subsides after a bowel movement. Studies have shown that 7 types of probiotics are associated with improved symptoms of abdominal pain. Excessive gas production and increased intestinal sensitivity can also lead to uncomfortable bloating in IBS patients. The Lactobacillus plantarum strain has been found to reduce both bloating and gas.