Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common long-term health condition that affects the digestive system which can cause pain or discomfort in your tummy and a change in your bowel habits.
You can develop IBS at any age, but according to research by Bupa, you usually develop your first symptoms when you are between 20 and 30. Women are twice as likely as men to report having symptoms of IBS and it’s unusual to get them for the first time after the age of 50.
Common symptoms of IBS include stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea or constipation and although there’s no cure for IBS, lifestyle changes, medication and other treatments can help. Most people’s symptoms fluctuate over time - some may improve, while others may get worse.
