IBS-D is a subtype of <a href="/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome/" class="popover" data-tooltip="<div><h6>Irritable Bowel Syndrome</h6><p><em>Irritable Bowel Syndrome</em> (IBS) is a common functional disorder of the large intestine characterized by long-term changes in bowel habits (e.g., frequent diarrhea or constipation) and abdominal pain. The exact causes are unknown, but research suggests that multiple factors —...</p></div>">IBS characterized by abdominal pain, gas, bloating, and frequent, urgent diarrhea. Approximately 29% of IBS sufferers have IBS-D, and women are more commonly affected than men. [1]

What is IBS-D?

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Kamal Patel

•Last Updated: October 13, 2024

Last Updated:October 13, 2024

IBS-D is a subtype of IBS characterized by abdominal pain, gas, bloating, and frequent, urgent diarrhea. Approximately 29% of IBS sufferers have IBS-D, and women are more commonly affected than men.^[1]

What is IBS-D?

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