IBS symptoms in female

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disease related to the digestive system, due to which the large intestine is affected. Due to this problem, problems like abdominal pain and cramps, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation can occur. If statistics are to be believed then women are 1.5 to 3 times more likely to get this disease than men. Most of the symptoms of IBS in women are similar to those of men, but some women may see different symptoms during menstruation.

Today in this article, you will know in detail what the symptoms saw in women due to IBS problems -

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IBS symptoms in females
Can periods make IBS worse?
Complications of IBS in female
Who is most likely to get IBS?
Takeaway

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IBS symptoms in females

Women may see the following types of symptoms when they have IBS -

In some cases, a substance like white mucus may also come along with the stool. At the same time, research shows that women are more prone to constipation than diarrhea.

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Can periods make IBS worse?

Some women with IBS may experience worsening IBS symptoms before or during menstruation, including diarrhea and severe abdominal pain. This is believed to be the onset of PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) along with IBS. Most women experience PMS even if they do not have IBS. Flatulence, change in bowel habits, and cramps are common symptoms of PMS.

In this regard, doctors also say that hormonal changes before menstruation increase IBS. This is called premenstrual exacerbation in medical language. In addition, other hormonal changes such as puberty, pregnancy, and menopause can also cause worsening of IBS symptoms.

Complications of IBS in female

While IBS symptoms are slightly different in women as compared to men, some of its complications can also be encountered, which are as follows -

Anxiety and depression

According to a 2018 study, women with IBS are more likely to experience anxiety and depression than men. Although IBS is a physical condition, most people who suffer from it are often surrounded by anxiety or depression. Scientists believe that due to stress, there is a change in the working process of the intestine, due to which the problem of IBS can occur. At the same time, it is also common for women to have anxiety and depression as compared to men.

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Effect on sexual health

A 2019 study says that there may be a decrease in sexual desire in women with IBS. In particular, a decrease in sexual activity has been observed in women with severe symptoms of IBS. Scientists say that the psychological effect of chronic pain and IBS symptoms may be the reason behind this.

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Pelvic organ prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) occurs when the muscles and tissues in the pelvis slip out of place and protrude into the vagina. POP is common in women with chronic constipation.

Who is most likely to get IBS?

Experts are still not sure what causes IBS, but many things can increase your risk, including being a woman. Other risk factors are as follows -

Being under 50 years of age.
Someone in the family has had an IBS problem before.
Suffering from a mental problem like depression or anxiety.
If one is experiencing the symptoms of IBS, then he/she should contact the doctor without delay.

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Takeaway

Although the problem of IBS can happen to anyone, women are more prone to it than men. Also, due to PMS, its symptoms can take a more serious form in women. At the same time, in comparison to men, women are more likely to have the problem of constipation instead of diarrhea. In this situation, women should get proper treatment and take a good diet. Along with this, yoga and exercise should be done regularly.

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