Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
By Barbara Bradley Bolen, Ph.D., About.com Guide to Irritable Bowel Syndrome
IBS often requires a multifaceted approach to bring about symptom relief. Here is where you will find what you need to know about the various treatment options for IBS, including medication, over-the-counter remedies, dietary changes, and stress management.
Treatment Options

Whether you suffer from constipation or diarrhea, start here to learn about available treatment options.
- Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Three Easy IBS Interventions
- How To Soothe Abdominal Pain
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for IBS
Over-the-Counter Remedies

Get educated about the pros and cons of over-the-counter remedies for IBS.
Constipation

Read on for guidance as to establishing bowel regularity and relieving the discomfort of constipation.
- Chronic Constipation: Finding Your Path to Wellness
- Prescription Medication for Constipation Predominant IBS
- Self Care for Constipation
- Bowel Retraining for Constipation
Diarrhea

Intense, urgent bout of diarrhea can be very disruptive to a person's life. Here is where you will get the information you need to help your body to return to a state of digestive wellness.
- Chronic Diarrhea: Finding Your Path to Wellness
- What to Eat for Diarrhea
- Prescription Medication for Diarrhea Predominant IBS
- Calcium for Diarrhea
- How Safe is Imodium?
IBS and Children

Stomach aches and other digestive problems can be a common part of childhood. Sometimes symptoms can be so severe that they interrupt a child's daily routine. Here you will find articles related to treatment for children who suffer from IBS.

