Irritant colon syndrome is a chronic and common health condition affecting the large intestine (colon), causing abdominal cramps and bloating, in some cases, symptoms can be controlled by adhering to a balanced diet and lifestyle and avoiding stress. The most severe symptoms can be treated by medication and medical consultation. They are classified as functional gastrointestinal disorders because they cause dysfunction like intestinal cavity movement for no apparent reason.
Symptoms of IBS:
- Bloating and gases
- Diarrhea, constipation, or both
- Abdominal cramps and pain
- Changes in shape and number of times of prominence
- Irritant colon syndrome may need long-term treatment, as it is a chronic pathological condition.
Reasons
There is no identifier for irritant colon syndrome. But one factor that may play a role in an increased chance of getting the disease are:
1- Nervous system like tension
2- Severe infection
3- Changes in microbes, viruses, and gut fungi that usually live in the gut and play an important role in the 4- body's health
5- Food containing wheat, milk derivatives, legumes, cabbage and soft drinks
Risk Factors
Age: increased chance of getting the disease common in those under 50 years of age
Sex: Irritant colon syndrome is more common among women
Psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, or other problems
Family History
Diagnosis
Diagnosis often depends on the exclusion of problems or other diseases similar to them and the conduct of medical examinations such as:
Clinical Examination
-Medical History
-Laboratory analysis: Blood and stool analysis
-Other tests include X-ray, CT scan, and colonoscopy.
Prevention and treatment
Treatment depends on the alleviation of symptoms; To be able to live with it, most symptoms can be controlled in minor cases with some lifestyle adjustments, and if the condition is more difficult and severe, the doctor may prescribe some medications to relieve them such as:
Anti-diarrhoea
Antidepressants
Anti-abdominal contractions
Tips for relieving IBS symptoms:
1-Drink More liquids, especially water.
2-Avoid drinks such as tea, coffee, energy drinks, and soft drinks that may irritate the colon.
3-Avoid foods that increase gases: cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage
4-Make sure to eat small meals and regularly
5-Avoid eating dairy products with lactose allergies
6-Reduce tension, by deep breathing and relaxation
7-Quitting smoking
8-Regular exercise
9-Probiotic supplements that promote the growth of good germs
10-Fiber-rich supplements: such as psyllium peels
11-Use of laxatives
When to visit a doctor
Suppose you feel changes in the frequency of defecation or other symptoms such as being underweight, rectal bleeding, blood diarrhea, persistent pain after the wind is taken out, pooping, or vomiting for no reason. In that case, we advise you to consult your doctor.
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