What is IBS?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is part of a family of diseases known as Functional
Gastrointestinal Disorders. These diseases all have chronic or recurring gastrointestinal
symptoms that have no structural or biochemical cause. IBS - irritable
bowel syndrome is a functional disease of the digestive system that includes
excessive diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, and painful cramping
2. What are the symptoms of IBS?
The most common ibs symptoms that patients
experience are frequent diarrhea, abdominal pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea and
or constipation, mucus in the stool, bowel urgency or incontinence, and a feeling
of incomplete evacuation after a bowel movement. IBS is considered to be a disorder
that is mainly experienced in the lower gastrointestinal tract, so the symptoms
tend to remain located below the navel. In some cases symptoms in the upper
gastrointestinal tract have also been linked to IBS, these include: difficultly
swallowing, a sensation of a lump in the throat or a closing of the throat,
heartburn or acid indigestion, nausea, and even chest pain.
3. Does everyone get the same symptoms when suffering from IBS - irritable
bowel syndrome?
Although most symptoms related to the lower gastrointestinal system are experienced
by all IBS patients, some experience predominantly excessive diarrhea, or excessive
constipation. The symptoms related to the upper gastrointestinal tract are not
experienced by all patients; however they are prevalent in a considerable number
of cases.
4. How do I know for sure I have IBS - irritable bowel syndrome?
If you have been experiencing the majority of the above symptoms for an extended
period of time, then you should seek medical attention and have your doctor
diagnose you. There are certain symptoms by which you can determine yourself
if you have IBS - irritable bowel syndrome:
Abdominal pain or cramps which are:
1. Relieved after a bowel movement and/or
2. Associated with a change in frequency of bowel movements, and/or
3. Associated with a difference in bowel consistency.
As well as at least two of the following symptoms:
1. Different frequency in bowel movements
2. Different form of bowels (e.g. watery/loose stools or hard stools)
3. Different sensation during bowel movement such as a feeling of not being
done/”empty” after bowel movements, straining, or severe urgency)
4. Elimination of mucus in the stool and/or
5. Bloating.
6. How does Bowtrol treat the symptoms?
Bowtrol treats symptoms associated with IBS by calming and relaxing the digestive
tract. The ingredients in Bowtrol have
been carefully balanced to control all IBS symptoms.
7. Is it safe to take Bowtrol while I am pregnant or nursing?
As with any other herbal or natural supplement it is advised that you contact
your doctor before using the product.