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Living With Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Even though it can be frustrating and challenging at times, it's possible to live a happy life with IBS. Discover tips that'll help you manage symptoms.
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How to Reduce Symptoms of Incomplete Defecation
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Why Symptoms of IBS During Your Period May Be Worse
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Mind-Body Treatment Options for IBS
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Tips for Successful Dating With IBS
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Dealing With an IBS Diagnosis?
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How to Do Muscle Relaxation Exercises
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How to Manage IBS-D When You Are Pregnant
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10 Tips for Dining Out With IBS
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Should You Be Drinking Alcohol If You Have IBS?
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Top 10 Tips for Traveling With IBS
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Runners' Colitis and How to Prevent Flare-Ups
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The Benefits of Yoga for IBS
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Managing Exercise and Your IBS Symptoms
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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How to Tell Others About Your IBS
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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IBS-A: Coping, Support, and Living Well
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Overview of IBS Symptoms in Men
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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What to Do for Loose Stools From IBS
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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Surviving in School When You Have IBS
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
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How to Do Deep Breathing Exercises
Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS
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IBS and Fecal Incontinence After Childbirth
Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH
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Do Men Have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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How IBS and Pregnancy Affect Each Other
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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The Connection Between IBS and Low Body Weight
Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH
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Does IBS Count as a Physical Impairment Related to ADA?
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Managing IBS and Your Sex Life
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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IBS and Obtaining a 504 Plan for School
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How to Improve Your Quality of Life With IBS
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Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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Worst Things About Having IBS
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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How to Deal With an IBS Attack
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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IBS and Social Security Disability
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Does Hypnotherapy Work for IBS?
Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH
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Does Menopause Improve or Worsen IBS Symptoms?
Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome in U.S. Veterans
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Dealing With IBS When Applying for a Job
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What to Do When IBS Lowers Your Self-Esteem
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How to Get Better After a Stomach Infection
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Self-Care for Every IBS Symptom
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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Motility Disorder in Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH
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How to Make Your Irritable Bowel Syndrome Flare
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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Relaxation Exercises for IBS
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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Family and Medical Leave Act FMLA for IBS
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Dealing With Constipation From IBS
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Eating Healthy on Thanksgiving
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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Diarrhea and Birth Control Pills
Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD
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Is There a Connection Between IBS and Colitis?
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Benefits of a Bland Diet for Symptom Management
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