International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences

Abstract: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is Characterised by Recurrent Abdominal Pain in Association with Abnormal Defecation in the absence of structural Abnormality of Gut. Nevertheless, IBS is most common Cause of Gastrointestinal referral and accounts for Frequent Absenteeism from work and impaired quality of life. Young Women are affected 2- 3 times more often than men. Coexisting conditions such as Non Ulcer Dyspepsia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Dysmenorrhoea and Fibromyalgia are Common. IBS is Sometimes Associated with History of Physical or Sexual Abuse and this is an Important Aspect of the history as these patients benefit from psychologically based therapy.