{"id":24493,"date":"2026-05-05T01:22:13","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T01:22:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/local.roaaj.com\/Edrak\/?p=24493"},"modified":"2026-05-12T12:20:41","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T12:20:41","slug":"%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d9%88%d9%84%d9%88%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b5%d8%a8%d9%8a","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edrak-center.roaaj.com\/en\/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d9%88%d9%84%d9%88%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b5%d8%a8%d9%8a\/","title":{"rendered":"Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): Symptoms, causes, and key signs that should not be ignored"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you ever experienced recurring abdominal pain for no apparent reason? Or bothersome bloating that increases with stress? These may not be just \u201ctemporary digestive problems,\u201d but rather what is medically known as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), one of the most common digestive disorders worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article from Edrak Center for Psychological and Medical Consultations, we will understand this disorder from all its aspects: its causes, symptoms, its relationship to psychological state, and the dietary habits that affect it.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? And is it really just a digestive problem?<\/span><\/h2>\n

This syndrome is not just a simple digestive disorder, but a chronic functional condition that affects the large intestine and its function without any clear organic defect that can be detected in tests or scans.<\/span><\/p>\n

This disorder manifests as a set of recurring symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and intestinal motility disorder, alternating between constipation and diarrhea, making daily life more uncomfortable and unstable. What is remarkable about this disorder is that, despite the absence of any clear organic cause, the symptoms are real and impactful, and the patient feels them daily, and they may impede his comfort and quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is also considered one of the most prominent examples of the complex relationship between the digestive system and the brain, as it is directly affected by psychological state and stress, in what is scientifically known as the brain-gut axis, which explains why symptoms often increase during periods of psychological stress and anxiety.<\/span><\/p>\n

Have you ever wondered what causes frequent bloating and abdominal pain?<\/span><\/h2>\n

This occurs as a result of the interaction of several factors that affect the function of the intestines and the digestive system, the most important of which are:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Muscular contractions in the intestines: The walls of the intestines are lined with layers of muscles that contract to move food. Strong and continuous contractions cause the abdomen to be filled with gas, bloating, and diarrhea, while weak contractions lead to slow passage of food, constipation, and hard stools.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Problems with the nerves associated with the digestive system: A lack of coordination between the brain and the intestines causes the body to overreact to any normal change during the digestive process, causing pain, diarrhea, or constipation.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Severe infection and bacterial overgrowth: Infection with an acute infectious disease or bacterial overgrowth in the intestines can trigger and exacerbate the symptoms of functional gastrointestinal disorder.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Stress and psychological pressure: Individuals living in stressful circumstances andAnxiety<\/a><\/span>Those who have experienced stressful events in childhood tend to have more severe symptoms.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Imbalance of gut microbes: Research indicates that the bacteria and fungi naturally present in the gut differ in people with irritable bowel syndrome compared to healthy individuals, affecting the health and function of the digestive system.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Signs from your stomach you shouldn't ignore: Irritable bowel syndrome symptoms and who is most susceptible to it?!<\/span><\/h2>\n

    If you suffer from frequent digestive problems without a clear cause, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common possibility. This condition doesn't manifest in the same way in everyone; its symptoms and severity vary from person to person, and certain groups are more susceptible. Some of its most important symptoms include:<\/span><\/p>\n