Partha Nandi MD, FACP
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disorder of the digestive system, often diagnosed by the presence of recurrent abdominal pain, discomfort, bloating, and changes in the pattern of bowel movements. IBS is a common disorder, affecting about 10–15% of the population worldwide. Women are up to three times more likely than men to be diagnosed with I BS. People with IBS can experience a range of symptoms, including abdominal pain and discomfort, bloating, gas, constipation, and/or diarrhoea. These symptoms often fluctuate in severity and can be acute or chronic. IBS cannot be cured, but symptoms can often be managed to allow people with the condition to live normal lives.
There’s no denying it – relationships with food can be complicated. By reflecting on your current relationship with food, you can identify factors affecting your health and improve the role that diet plays in your life. This is especially important if you feel like something is not right with your digestive system. Gastrointestinal disorders can…
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are both common health conditions in the United States. PCOS is related to the production of abnormal levels of hormones, while IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder causing various symptoms including stomach pain and diarrhea. However, it is now believed the two conditions could be linked. Here are the…
Imagine having a condition with severe and debilitating symptoms and then having your doctor tell you that it is a functional or psychosomatic disease, suggesting that it’s all in your head. If you or a family member has irritable bowel syndrome, you may understand how frustrating this situation can be. And yet this is the…
If you are suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, there are several foods you should avoid eating until your gut is healed. You won’t have to avoid these foods forever, just as long as it takes to get your digestive system back in optimum condition. IBS is uncomfortable but can be controlled with proper treatment and lifestyle changes.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome often results from stress and poor eating habits. In some cases, it has been found that there was no evidence of physical damage to the stomach. Some suggest that IBS occurs when there is a disruption to the regular brain-stomach interaction. This disruption creates havoc and makes your digestive tract highly sensitive, leading…
When you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), it may seem like everything you put into your body causes you misery. Because it looks like you can’t eat anything that doesn’t make your stomach hurt, it can be hard to choose the right food. No one can live on crackers and water alone, so finding the right…
Like many medical conditions, there are misunderstandings and misconceptions about what Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) does to a person’s body. It can be of the utmost value to you to manage your symptoms. Gandhi once said, “It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.” I genuinely believe that to be an accurate way…
It is entirely normal to get an upset stomach occasionally. Constipation, diarrhea, and stomach cramps are inevitable as we are all going to eat something that doesn’t agree with us at some point in our lives. Knowing when your discomfort is more than just a sour stomach is essential. Suppose you have some of the…
When it comes to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), there’s a lot that’s irritating. There are the gas and cramps, constipation and diarrhea, and the inability to know when it’s coming. But you don’t have to suffer. Dr. Nandi’s here to tell you how to heal IBS naturally, make those bowels less irritable, and become your…
