Why is your IBS symptom worse in the morning?
According to Dr. Bhuvan Shetty, consultant - gastrointestinal and liver specialist, Gleneagles BGS Hospital, Kengeri, Bengaluru (India), irritable bowel syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disease, causing other conditions Symptoms such as abdominal pain, flatulence, diarrhea or constipation. Many people with IBS say their symptoms are often worse in the morning, which can be explained by some physical and psychological factors. Here are the main reasons why IBS can become more serious early in the morning.
High levels of cortisol in the morning: The body produces a lot of cortisol (stress hormone) in the morning and this can affect digestive function, making IBS symptoms more serious.
Disorders of intestinal peristalsis: Many people find that their intestinal peristalsis work stronger early in the morning, especially after waking up. This can lead to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation.
Changes in eating habits and sleep: When waking up after a long night of sleep, the stomach and intestines can become more sensitive. If you eat breakfast too early or choose a breakfast inappropriate, IBS symptoms may become more serious.
Stress: Stress in the morning can increase IBS symptoms and make the abdomen feel uncomfortable.
Factors leading to IBS symptoms
Food
Food intolerance: Some foods such as milk, wheat, citrus fruits and cabbage can cause digestive disorders.
FODMAP: Different carbohydrates (such as fructan, oligosaccharide and polyol) can activate IBS symptoms.
Fat foods and carbonated beverages: Fat and carbonated beverages can worsen IBS symptoms.
Alcohol: may cause IBS symptoms.
Stress
Stressful events: Stress events in life, especially in childhood events, can contribute to IBS.
Psychological disorders: Problems such as depression, anxiety and stress disorder after injury (PTSD) may increase the risk of IBS.
Stressful habits: Changes in survival habits can also activate IBS symptoms.
Infection
Bacterial infections or parasites: gastrointestinal infections, such as Giardia, can cause IBS.
Infections caused by protozoa: These infections may also produce symptoms like IBS.
Management strategy for IBS
Diet: Apply low fodmap diet, eat many small meals, enhance soluble fiber, limit food irritation.
Treatment of drugs: Using painkillers, anti -spasms, treatment of diarrhea or constipation, and probiotics.
Stress management: Relaxing, yoga, meditation, and psychotherapy if needed.
Healthy lifestyle: Exercise regularly, get enough sleep.
Record symptomatic diary: Monitor food, symptoms and activated factors for appropriate adjustment.
