Question: What is the long-term prognosis of IBS? Will it shorten my life?
Answer: It is common to worry about your long-term prognosis and life expectancy if you have IBS. Rest assured that there is no evidence that IBS shortens life expectancy or puts an individual at risk for other health disorders.
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