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Cholesterol In Bowel Movements
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) refers to a disorder that involves abdominal pain and cramping, as well as changes in bowel movements.
It is not the same as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes
Alternative Names
Spastic colon; Irritable colon; Mucous colitis; Spastic colitis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
There are many possible causes of IBS. For example, there may be a problem with muscles in the intestine,...
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease vs. Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Bowel retraining
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Alternative NamesFecal incontinence exercisesInformationA program of bowel retraining, Kegel exercises, or biofeedback therapy may be used by people... Read more »
Bowel incontinence
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Bowel incontinence is the loss of bowel control, leading to an involuntary passage of stool. This can range from occasionally leaking a small amount... Read more »
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that causes a variety of symptoms, including abdominal pain, diarrhea... Read more »
Bowel incontinence
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Uncontrollable passage of feces; Loss of bowel control; Fecal incontinence; Incontinence - bowelHome CareIncontinence is not a hopeless situation.... Read more »
Bowel transit time
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Bowel transit time refers to how long it takes for the food to move from the mouth to the anus.This article discusses the medical test used to... Read more »
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