Check your IBS symptoms
If you suspect you may be suffering from IBS, it is recommended that you see your doctor. IBS is a fairly common condition and your GP will frequently see cases like yours on a weekly basis, so talk to him/her for advice if you have some or all of the symptoms below.
The UK National Institute of Clinical Excellence advises GPs to check for IBS if a patient experiences any of the ’ABC’ symptoms listed below for at least six months:
- Abdominal pain or cramps
- Bloating
- Change in bowel movements – diarrhoea, constipation or both
Other less severe symptoms include:
- Excess wind and gas
- Feeling like you haven’t fully emptied your bowels
- Occasional other symptoms like nausea, tiredness, muscle, back or joint pain
If you are diagnosed with IBS there are many self-management strategies you can adopt in addition to remedies available from your pharmacy.
To check your IBS symptoms, log on to Symptom Checker Survey