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Irritable bowel syndrome (ir·ri·ta·ble - bow·el - syn·drome) or IBS is a group of gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms that produce abdominal pain and cramping in children.
214-456-8000
Fax: 214-456-8005
469-497-2505
F: 469-497-2511
469-488-7000
Fax: 469-488-7001
469-303-5000
Fax: 214-867-9511
The GI tract is responsible for a child’s digestion of food. Sometimes, the GI tract changes how it works, causing collection of symptoms known as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Children diagnosed with IBS experience abdominal pain or discomfort at least once a week for a minimum of two months.
Other symptoms may include:
To be diagnosed with IBS, a child will typically meet two of the following three criteria:
Learn more about Pediatric Psychological Services for Patients with Abdominal Pain and IBS.