Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder of the gut that affects how your bowels work. People with IBS often experience recurring belly pain or discomfort along with changes in bowel habits-either diarrhea, constipation, or both. In Spanish, it's called Syndrome del intestino irritable. In the ICD-10 system it's coded as K58 (K58.0 for IBS with diarrhea; K58.1 for IBS with constipation).
IBS symptoms can fluctuate in severity and often come and go. Typical signs include:
The exact cause of IBS isn't fully understood, but several factors may contribute:
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The ICD-10 code for Irritable Bowel Syndrome is K58. If diarrhea predominates, it's coded as K58.0; if constipation predominates, it's K58.1.
For many people, dietary changes like increasing soluble fiber and following a low-FODMAP plan can significantly reduce IBS symptoms, though some may still need medications or other therapies.
Common triggers include fatty or fried foods, coffee, alcohol, beans, onions, and dairy products. Individual sensitivities vary, so keeping a food diary can help identify personal triggers.
Yes. Over-the-counter remedies include fiber supplements (psyllium), peppermint oil capsules for cramping, and anti-diarrheal medicines like loperamide.
Absolutely. Stress and anxiety can disrupt gut-brain communication, worsening IBS symptoms. Techniques such as mindfulness, yoga, or counseling can improve symptom control.
Traditional remedies like ginger tea, fennel seed water, and ajwain (carom seeds) tea may help relieve bloating and gas, though effects vary by individual.
IBS is a functional disorder causing pain and bowel changes without visible inflammation. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), such as Crohn's or ulcerative colitis, involves actual inflammation and damage to the intestinal lining.
Yes. Children and teenagers can develop IBS. A pediatric gastroenterologist can assess symptoms and recommend an appropriate management plan.
Visiting a Houston gastroenterologist means faster appointments, personalized care plans tailored to local resources, and ongoing follow-up with the GastroDoxs team.
In Spanish, Irritable Bowel Syndrome is called "Syndrome del intestino irritable."
