YOU COULD HAVE IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME (AND NOT EVEN KNOW IT)

Do you experience frequent digestive discomfort, but tests always say "everything is fine"?

If this happens to you often, you might be one of the millions of people living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). A real, very common condition that is often misdiagnosed or minimized.

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What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

IBS is a functional disorder of the digestive system that affects the large intestine. It is characterized by recurrent abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, or constipation, without any detectable organic cause in conventional tests.

According to the Mayo Clinic, IBS affects between 10% and 15% of the global population, and its impact on quality of life can be as significant as that of more severe digestive diseases.

Check these warning signs:

• Abdominal pain that improves after bowel movements.

• Frequent changes in bowel habits.

• Feeling of incomplete evacuation.

• Bloating after eating.

• Recurrent diarrhea, constipation, or both.

• Mucus in the stool.

Although these symptoms may seem "normal" or temporary, the frequency, duration, and emotional impact are key factors in identifying this syndrome.

How can it be managed?

Although there is no definitive cure, it can be effectively managed with a medical plan that includes:

• Dietary changes with a low FODMAP diet.

• Identification of food intolerances.

• Specific digestive treatments.

Getting informed to seek a professional opinion and act in time can help improve your quality of life without relying on false diagnoses or temporary solutions.