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What is
irritable bowel syndrome
?Pronunciation: /ˈɪrətəbəl baʊəl ˈsɪnˌdroʊm/
irritable bowel syndrome
Definition
A disorder of the intestines commonly marked by abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in a person’s bowel habits. This may include diarrhea or constipation, or both, with one occurring after the other. Also called IBS, irritable colon, mucus colitis, and spastic colon.