易怒 肠 并发症状
Overview
易怒 bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common 气体trointestinal disorder that affects the normal functions of the intestines, causing recurrent abdominal pain and discomfort, 肠功能改变, 腹泻和便秘. People with IBS have colons that are more sensitive and react to things that might not bother other people, 比如压力, 大型餐, 气体, 药物, 某些食物, 咖啡因和酒精.
IBS occurs in an estimated one in five Americans, and is more prevalent among women. It usually develops in late adolescence or early adulthood around age 20 and rarely appears for the first time after the age of 50.
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迹象 & 症状
Common 症状 of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) include:
- 腹部疼痛
- 腹胀
- 便秘
- 腹泻
- 大便频率、形态和通道异常
Some patients with IBS experience alternating 腹泻和便秘. Mucus also may be present around or within the stool.
诊断
易怒 bowel syndrome (IBS) shares many of the same 症状 with other 气体trointestinal disorders. If you think you have IBS, you should visit your doctor.
There is no particular diagnostic test for IBS. The condition is diagnosed based on its 症状 and by ruling out other diseases. Typically your doctor will begin by asking about your medical history and your current 症状. In addition, he or she will perform a physical evaluation. Diagnostic tests may be used to rule out other disorders. These can include stool or blood tests, X-rays, endoscopy and colonoscopy.
Because IBS has 症状 similar to other 气体trointestinal disorders, doctors use specific criteria to help make a definite diagnosis. 其中包括:
- 腹部疼痛 or discomfort experienced for at least 12 weeks out of the previous 12 months. These 12 weeks do not have to be consecutive.
The abdominal pain or discomfort has two of the following three features:
- The pain or discomfort is relieved by having a bowel movement.
- When it starts, there is a change in how often you have a bowel movement.
- When it starts, there is a change in the form of the stool or the way it looks.
治疗
Although there is no cure for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), there are many options available for treating and eliminating its 症状.
Because stress and feeling mentally or emotionally tense, 陷入困境的, angry or overwhelmed can stimulate intestinal spasms in people with IBS, your doctor may suggest relaxation techniques, 比如瑜伽, 锻炼和冥想. Tranquilizers and anti-depressants also may relieve 症状. In addition, a healthy diet that includes lots of water, fiber and small meals may reduce flare-ups.
Fiber supplements or occasional laxatives may help with constipation, while 药物 to decrease diarrhea and control intestinal muscle spasms may help reduce abdominal pain.
Medications available to treat IBS specifically include the following:
- Alosetron hydrochloride (Lotronex) can be used for women with severe IBS who have not responded to conventional therapy and whose primary symptom is diarrhea. 然而, 即使在这些病人中, it should be used with caution because it can have serious side effects, such as severe constipation or decreased blood flow to the colon.
- Te气体erod maleate (Zelnorm) is typically given on a short-term basis to women with IBS whose primary symptom is constipation.
加州大学旧金山分校健康 medical specialists have reviewed this information. It is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor or other health care provider. We encourage you to discuss any questions or concerns you may have with your provider.
