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By Shawn, on October 23rd, 2011 Why now of all times?!
I’ve never been pregnant but here’s what I’ve read about IBS and pregnancy.
Speaking as an outsider (a male of the species), pregnancy seems like such a beautiful, but challenging time for women.
Some women have their first bout of IBS when pregnant. However some women get relief from IBS . . . Read more → IBS and Pregnancy
By Shawn, on April 7th, 2011 Drunk, angry bowels strike back!
Alcohol and diarrhea often go together, particularly if you are suffering from irritable bowel syndrome. Alcohol irritates the digestive tract in general, and if you have sensitive bowels, well, let’s just say that instead of “driving the porcelain bus”, you may be riding it. :(
Since many people don’t even . . . Read more → Alcohol and Diarrhea
By Shawn, on August 1st, 2010 Peristalsis is an important part of digestion.
It’s how food gets:
down your throat… through your stomach… through your small intestine then… through your large intestine… to it’s final destination the rectum (before exiting out the back door ;).
Peristalsis or “peristaltic action” is what moves food through your entire digestive tract.
When things go . . . Read more → What is Peristalsis, and Why Should I Care?
By Shawn, on July 17th, 2010 Do you have IBS pain and cramping? Find out why, what you can do to ease the pain. Belly pain is one of the main symptoms of IBS. Here are the gory details. . . . Read more → IBS Pain and Cramping… Things That Help
By Shawn, on July 10th, 2010 What it is – What causes it – What to do about it
Chronic constipation is like regular constipation, but it keeps coming back. We’ll look at some of the reasons why in the causes section.
First let’s have a look at what you’ve been dealing with.
Constipation Symptoms
Okay first you get all . . . Read more → Chronic Constipation
By Shawn, on August 11th, 2009 There are many symptoms of IBS. You can use this list to find quick information about IBS symptoms.
Diarrhea
Loose watery stools that have you running for the bathroom. Diarrhea symptoms often include abdominal (belly) pain, cramping, and an urgent need to find and use a toilet. One of the worst IBS symptoms. . . . Read more → IBS Symptoms
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