Monthly Archives: December 2009
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Medication
Irritable bowel syndrome medication usually comes in the form of anti-spasmodic drug. Old medicines have anti-depressant or anti-diarrhea in them. The newest and potentially riskiest IBS drugs are Zelnorm or Lotronex. Zelnorm however increases the risk of serious cardiovascular problems and has only been approved for short term use. These are some of the few … Continue reading
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or spastic colon is a bowel disorder characterized by chronic abdominal pain, discomfort, bloating, and variation of bowel movements without any organic cause. The disease doesn’t cause harm the intestines or lead further to any serious illnesses or disease. Most people suffering from this disease can control the symptoms by proper … Continue reading
Irritable Bowel Treatment
Irritable bowel treatment should be sought by a person by consulting first a physician when he experiences IBS symptoms. He could go to the emergency department of the hospital if his symptoms are severe and/or has suddenly occurred. IBS may affect individuals differently. There are symptoms that are inconsistent with IBS such as fever, bloody … Continue reading