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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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Monday, Aug. 27, 2007; 7:46 PM

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Prognosis

There is no cure for IBS, but symptoms can be managed by changing your diet, reducing stress and, if necessary, taking medication. It is common for IBS to be a chronic problem, although it resolves in some individuals.

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National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Disorders Office of Communications and Public Liaison Building 31, Room 9A04 31 Center Drive, MSC 2560 Bethesda, MD 20892-2560 Phone: 301-496-4000 Email: niddk_inquiries@nih.gov http://www.niddk.nih.gov/

American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) P.O. Box 342260 Bethesda, MD 20827-2260 Phone: 301-263-9000 http://www.acg.gi.org/

American Gastroenterological Association 4930 Del Ray Ave. Bethesda, MD 20814 Phone: 301-654-2055 Fax: 301-654-5920 http://www.gastro.org/

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