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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Intermittent fasting, for example, may be unsuitable for people with pre-existing conditions or irritable bowel syndrome.
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Desireé Oostland, Vogue, 17 July 2025
For people with constipation from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), fiber—especially the kind found in fruits and vegetables—may help ease symptoms.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 17 July 2025
One in around 141 Americans have celiac disease, according to experts, with a higher prevalence in people of European background or those who have other conditions such as type 1 diabetes or irritable bowel syndrome.
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 9 June 2025
There’s lots of real blood, fiery explosions, impalings and electrocutions, along with irritable bowel syndrome jokes and plenty of kicks to the groin.
—Mark Kennedy, Boston Herald, 20 June 2025
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Desireé Oostland, Vogue, 17 July 2025
For people with constipation from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), fiber—especially the kind found in fruits and vegetables—may help ease symptoms.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 17 July 2025
One in around 141 Americans have celiac disease, according to experts, with a higher prevalence in people of European background or those who have other conditions such as type 1 diabetes or irritable bowel syndrome.
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 9 June 2025
There’s lots of real blood, fiery explosions, impalings and electrocutions, along with irritable bowel syndrome jokes and plenty of kicks to the groin.
—Mark Kennedy, Boston Herald, 20 June 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 29 Jul. 2025.
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