Conditions A-Z

Irritable bowel syndrome Kiswahili: ugonjwa wa utumbo wenye hasira

From Wikidata and MedlinePlus; a guide, not a diagnosis.

Usual symptoms

  • Diarrhoea (loose or watery stools)
  • Constipation (hard stools, or fewer than 3 a week)
  • Stomach or belly pain
  • Bloating
  • Discomfort in the belly
  • A lot of wind (gas)

Having some of these does not mean you have this condition: many conditions share the same symptoms.

Who to see

  • A doctor for the stomach and bowels

Related health checks

Digestion and bowel check

Read more

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome MedlinePlus
    Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a problem that affects the large intestine. It can cause abdominal cramping, bloating, and a change in bowel habits. Some people with the disorder have constipation. Some have diarrhea. Others go back and …
  • Colonic Diseases MedlinePlus
    Your colon, also known as the large intestine, is part of your digestive system. It's a long, hollow tube at the end of your digestive tract where your body makes and stores stool. Many disorders affect the colon's ability to work properly…
  • Diarrhea MedlinePlus
    What is diarrhea?Diarrhea is loose, watery stools (bowel movements). You have diarrhea if you have loose stools three or more times in one day. Acute diarrhea is diarrhea that lasts a short time. It is a common problem. It usually lasts a…

Search MedlinePlus for “Irritable bowel syndrome” · Symptom guide · Health checks

Symptoms, specialties, risk factors and codes from Wikidata (CC0 public domain); reading from MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine. A guide, not a diagnosis: please see a health worker.