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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Disease-specific foundations such as those for lupus or irritable bowel syndrome can also steer patients to free or low-cost resources or cover some costs of care, Donovan said.
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Renuka Rayasam, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The results of studies vary, but some research found that people with irritable bowel syndrome and types of inflammatory bowel disease can benefit from drinking aloe vera juice.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Jan. 2026
After additional doctors visits, she was misdiagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a prolapse and endometriosis and was advised to perform pelvic floor exercises.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
The combination of soluble and insoluble fiber in kiwis can help with constipation and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 21 Jan. 2026
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Renuka Rayasam, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The results of studies vary, but some research found that people with irritable bowel syndrome and types of inflammatory bowel disease can benefit from drinking aloe vera juice.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Jan. 2026
After additional doctors visits, she was misdiagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a prolapse and endometriosis and was advised to perform pelvic floor exercises.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
The combination of soluble and insoluble fiber in kiwis can help with constipation and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 21 Jan. 2026
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 12 Feb. 2026.
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