The grievances of patients with irritable bowel syndrome are more serious than expected. If the constipation is severe, the stomach is full of gas and bloating. On the other hand, if the symptoms of diarrhea or sudden bowel movements are severe, no matter how important the seat is, it is embarrassing enough to make you look for the bathroom.
As such, it is known that ‘stress’ is the main cause of irritable bowel syndrome, which negatively affects daily life in many ways. It is a disease that generically refers to symptoms of dysfunction caused by overactive contraction of the colon muscles, not other diseases or anatomical abnormalities.
For this reason, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, above all else, managing stress on a daily basis is considered the first step in symptom improvement, but it is unfortunate that it does not improve simply with stress management. This is because the attitude of trying to manage stress by being conscious of the disease becomes stressful, which can add to mental pain as well as physical pain.
In addition to this, Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a symptom of gastrointestinal weakness or a history of colon disease in childhood, a sensitive and sensitive personality compared to others, irregular eating, severe unhealthy eating, and other diseases including cancer. When anxiety is high, social and personal problems such as work and family can also be the cause.
However, attention is required because the cause has not been identified yet. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Since various causes, including stress, work in a complex way, it is important to treat yourself with an active attitude, and make a thorough effort to manage your lifestyle including stress. have to lean
Irritable bowel syndrome usually comes with abdominal pain accompanied by diarrhea and constipation. Occasionally, abdominal distension is often accompanied. If these symptoms persist more than once a week for 3 months, this is not a temporary symptom, but irritable bowel syndrome. However, if the symptoms and symptoms such as weight loss, anemia, and bloody stools are seen, it is possible that another colon disease has occurred.
You should also focus on managing your diet. You should try to eat mainly FODMAP foods, and avoid consuming foods such as flour, caffeine, and alcohol that can irritate or burden the large intestine. It is also good to quit smoking. FODMAP foods include bananas, tomatoes, oranges, rice, and lactose-free dairy products.
Meals should also be eaten at regular times and chew slowly and firmly. Eating too quickly can lead to indigestion and bloating. It is also recommended to remember that it is necessary to maintain a regular life pattern and maintain a healthy body through regular exercise.
(Writing: Jinseok Yoon, Director of Daehang Ha Orthopedic Surgery)