irritable bowel syndrome
noun
: a chronic functional disorder of the colon that is characterized especially by constipation or diarrhea, cramping abdominal pain, and the passage of mucus in the stool
—abbreviation IBS
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Kassim, who treats patients with irritable bowel syndrome, often recommends methylcellulose as a supplement over the popular psyllium husk because people will be more likely to stick with it.
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Akshay Syal, NBC news, 31 May 2025
Influencers discuss their irritable bowel syndrome openly on TikTok.
—Priya Krishna, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Lassi may help with digestion, symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and may be easier to tolerate for people with lactose intolerance.1516
Some research also links it to improved heart health, blood sugar management, and immune system function.1716
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—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
Studies have shown that people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) fare better with walking because high-intensity exercise can make symptoms worse.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Apr. 2025
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Akshay Syal, NBC news, 31 May 2025
Influencers discuss their irritable bowel syndrome openly on TikTok.
—Priya Krishna, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Lassi may help with digestion, symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and may be easier to tolerate for people with lactose intolerance.1516
Some research also links it to improved heart health, blood sugar management, and immune system function.1716
8.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
Studies have shown that people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) fare better with walking because high-intensity exercise can make symptoms worse.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for irritable bowel syndrome
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“Irritable bowel syndrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irritable%20bowel%20syndrome. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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