IBS

By Emmy Siddons - email

CHESTERFIELD, VA (WWBT) - Dr. David Boyd is helping his patients dealing with irritable bowel syndrome or IBS.

It is pretty common and causes cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea and constipation.

Despite these uncomfortable signs and symptoms, IBS doesn't cause permanent damage to your colon.

In many cases, you can control irritable bowel syndrome by managing your diet, lifestyle and stress. See you doctor if you have symptoms of IBS.

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