There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking with your doctor. In a few women, this may lead to hospitalization and possibly surgery.
Ischemic colitis is a serious condition caused by reduced blood flow to the intestines.
This condition may need hospitalization and possibly surgery. IBS is also called irritable colon and spastic colon. Some scientists think IBS is caused by an overreaction to a body chemical called serotonin. This may cause patients' intestines to be overactive. You may get relief of some or all of your symptoms after 1 to 4 weeks of use.