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Does ibs make you chronically bloated an feel like constipated an more ?when im stressed it flares more

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Abdominal Discomfort: Ibs is a functional disorder affecting how food moves through your GI tract. Lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating with diarrhea, constipation or both are common signs. It can be triggered by stress/anxiety or different foods. The diagnosis is usually made by ruling out other disorders.

Answered 6/10/2014

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