About Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition in which the patient experiences symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, and abdominal bloating for extended periods of time. Treatment of IBS can include diet changes, exercise, stress management, and medication to reduce the severity of symptoms. Alosetron (Lotronex) and Lubiprostone (Amitiza) are specifically for patients with IBS. Fiber supplements, anti-diarrheal medications, antibiotics, and antidepressant medications might also help lessen the symptoms.

Midlands Medical Centre (MMC) Private Hospital is a 274 bedded medical facility that offers services across all major healthcare specialities. The hospital has more than 30 years of experience of delivering excellent and cost-effective healthcare to the communities. The hospital is located in the CBD of Pietermaritzburg, the capital city of KwaZulu-Natal. It lies around 80 kilometres from Durban, and approximately 500 kilometres from Johannesburg.

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