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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: IBS Awareness Month: Debunking three common IBS myths
Caption: IBS Awareness Month: Debunking three common IBS myths. To help you understand more about the condition, which affects one in five people in the U.K., nutrition advisor Katie Murray at digestive supplement brand Altruvita, debunks the top three most common misconceptions about IBS. The misconception: IBS affects everyone in the same way. The truth: Symptoms can vary between individuals and "fluctuate" over time, with symptoms including bloating, nausea, excessive gas, fatigue, migraines and unpredictable bowel habits. ”There are different types of IBS, and no two people will suffer in the same way. The most common two are IBS-D (diarrhoea) or IBS-C (constipation), but it can also be a mix of both (IBS-M).” The misconception: IBS isn't very common. The truth: The condition is more common than you might think, but it often goes undiagnosed. ”It is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders and is more common in women than men. Symptoms generally begin between the ages of 20-30, although can appear at any time.” The misconception: There's a definitive way of testing for IBS. The truth: Diagnosing IBS can be tricky as there are no specific tests for it, but any symptoms shouldn't be ignored. ”It's usually diagnosed based on symptoms and by ruling out other potential conditions through tests like blood work, stool samples, or scans.” ”There is no reason to suffer in silence as there are many things that you can do to help and improve your quality of life. There are many traditional medications, dietary changes and natural options that can be used to help reduce symptoms dramatically.” Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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