Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Treatment & Prevention Options
Since the physiological causes are not well understood, IBS is treated
symptomatically with the help of medication and changes
to the patient's diet.
Medication
- Constipation is treated with Tegaserod, Cisapride or Propulsid.
- Diarrhea is treated with Loperamide (Imodium) and diarrhea with abdominal
discomfort is treated with Alosetron or Lotronex.
- Abdominal pain is treated with smooth muscle relaxants such as nitroglycerine,
hyoscyamine and methscopolamine.
Diet
- A diet high in fiber is often recommended to patients suffering from
constipation (11).
Prevention Methods
Preventing and/or reducing stress can alleviate the symptoms of IBS,
(as well as other disorders). Stress can be prevented by following methods:
- Counseling: A psychologist or psychiatrist can help
reduce stress.
- Regular exercise, yoga, massage or meditation: These
are effective ways to relieve of stress.
- Progressive relaxation exercise: Help in relaxation
of muscles in the body.
- Deep breathing: Deep breathing can help relax abdominal
muscles leading to normal bowel activity (12).
Article by Kona Vishnu, MS
Medical Writer,
OmniMedicalSearch.com
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