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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) causes pain, bloating, diarrhea and other symptoms by affecting the large intestine (colon). The cause is unknown, but there are different triggers for different people, including stress, certain foods and hormones. IBS is a common disorder that as many as 1 in 5 Americans suffer from, and while symptoms come and go, there are treatments and lifestyle plans to help control them.

Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

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BMC’s Gastroenterology team provides everything you need to thrive with conditions ranging from peptic ulcers to IBD, cancer, motility issues, and liver conditions. We offer a hol…