IBS or Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a Functional ailment.

There are no pathological changes seen when examined or investigated.
A patient often comes with

1. Gas, Bloating, Indigestion

2. Bouts of Diarrhoea

3. Alternating Diarrhoea and Constipation

4. Mucous in stool

5. Abdominal cramps or dull pain.



Exact cause is not known but Genetic history and Stress play an important role.



Along with homeopathy a diet and lifestyle change is a must.

Stress management techniques are imperative.



Since it's a functional disorder, Homeopathy restores the normal functioning of the intestine.



Constitutional treatment works best on IBS as it is individualistic to the patient.

It takes into account the physical, mental, emotional and genetic history of the patient.



A few medicines that help manage the symptoms are Nux Vomica, Aloe,Carbo veg, Gelsemium, Argentum Nitricum help.



Self medication should be avoided at all costs as each patient needs a different medicine, there is no generalised medicine for it. #fridayfervour #healthfirst #ibs #ibsawareness #homeopathyforibs #holistichealth #functionaldisorder