A 41-year-old member asked:
Can pregnancy lead to irritable bowel syndrome complications?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Marsha Davisanswered
Internal Medicine 29 years experience
No: Pregnancy can set off an irritable bowel syndrome but not cause it.
6.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Dale Burlesonanswered
Colon and Rectal Surgery 36 years experience
Yes: Yes in that hormonal changes can affect bowel function.
5.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Sep 28, 2016
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