A 41-year-old member asked:

Can pregnancy lead to irritable bowel syndrome complications?

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Dr. Marsha Davisanswered

Internal Medicine 29 years experience

No: Pregnancy can set off an irritable bowel syndrome but not cause it.

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Dr. Dale Burlesonanswered

Colon and Rectal Surgery 36 years experience

Yes: Yes in that hormonal changes can affect bowel function.

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