Having irritable bowel syndrome (also known as IBS) can be a regular reminder that some things in life are unpredictable. Unfortunately, that can include unexpected dashes to the bathroom and pain.

Irritable bowel syndrome is believed to affect up to 15 per cent of the population and is the most common problem seen by gastroenterologists in hospital. Sufferers experience a range of symptoms ...

If you’re not having success with these remedies, see your doctor about other medical treatments for IBS-C, including pelvic floor physical therapy or medications such as stool softeners ...