Other signs and symptoms that can be casued by IBS:

• Farting (flatulence)
• Passing mucus from your backside
• Tiredness and a loss of energy
• Feeling unwell (nausea)
• Backache
• Problems peeing – like needing to pee frequently, unexpected urges to pee, and feeling like you can not completely empty your bladder
• Not always being able to control when you poo (incontinence)

There's no single food regimen or medication that works for every body with IBS. But there are lots of things which can assist if you've been diagnosed with it.

Below are some popular suggestions to alleviate IBS symptoms:

• Cook homemade meals using fresh ingredients whenever you can
• Maintain a diary of what you eat and any signs and symptoms you get – attempt to avoid things that trigger your IBS
• Try to find methods to relax
• Get plenty of exercise
• Try probiotics for a month to see if they help

If you've had IBS for a long time and other remedies aren't helping, your GP may additionally refer you for therapy consisting of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). This could assist if stress or tension is triggering your signs and symptoms. It may additionally help you deal with your condition better.