![]() Just like squeezing a toothpaste tube, these contractions push food along. What’s notable is that doctors don’t usually find pain or other concerning symptoms in people with IBS during a physical exam, although some people may have slight sensitivity in the lower abdomen. Your digestive system moves food through your body by a series of muscle contractions. If your doctor suspects you have IBS, he or she may ask about your abdominal pain, the frequency of your trips to the bathroom, and how often you experience diarrhea and/or constipation. They can also use tests to rule out other conditions. Instead, doctors ask about symptoms, as well as personal and family medical history. There is no single test doctors can use to confirm a diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome. Some people with IBS have a family history of the condition. ![]() For people who are lactose intolerant, most dairy products will also cause painful gas and bloating. Examples include beans, as well as certain vegetables like cabbage and broccoli. Foods that make people more prone to gas may aggravate IBS symptoms. Some people with IBS have different proportions of gut bacteria than those with healthy digestive systems. When food moves through the system more slowly, stool may become hardened and dry, making it more difficult to pass, leading to constipation. ![]() When food passes through too quickly, the intestines may spasm more powerfully, causing cramping and discomfort and leading to diarrhea. ![]() In people with IBS, food may travel more quickly or slowly, resulting in discomfort and altering bowel patterns. Optimal digestion depends upon the speed at which food goes through the digestive system. Doctors aren’t sure exactly what causes IBS, but there are several factors that make people more likely to develop the condition: ![]()
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