Does irritable bowel syndrome cause dizziness?

Written by Si Li Li
Gastroenterology
Updated on May 05, 2025
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder, primarily characterized by abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits and stool characteristics. Changes in stool typically involve alternating constipation and diarrhea; sometimes it presents as constipation and other times as diarrhea. These symptoms alternate, and the abdominal pain is related to defecation; that is, the pain usually subsides after a bowel movement. This condition tends to recur frequently. Dizziness is rarely a symptom of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. If dizziness occurs, it is crucial to rule out other possible diseases that could cause dizziness, such as common conditions like hypertension, cervical spondylosis, or vertigo, among others. Tests should be conducted to exclude these diseases as the cause of dizziness, since IBS seldom results in dizziness.

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Can you smoke with irritable bowel syndrome?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder, characterized primarily by abdominal pain associated with changes in bowel habits and stool characteristics. The abdominal pain is related to defecation, typically easing after bowel movements. This condition tends to be recurrent and persistent. As for whether individuals with this syndrome can smoke, given that smoking can significantly harm many organs, including the gastrointestinal tract, it is advised against. Smoking can potentially exacerbate the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Therefore, smoking is not recommended for individuals with this condition.

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Does pressing on the stomach hurt with Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

Whether pressing on the abdomen causes pain in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) depends on the specific circumstances. If an IBS patient experiences abdominal pain due to intestinal spasms, pressing on the abdomen may relieve the pain. If an IBS patient does not have abdominal pain and deeply presses on the abdomen, it may cause abdominal pain. IBS patients should eat light, easily digestible foods and avoid spicy and irritating foods. They should quit smoking and drinking, avoid drinking strong tea and coffee, and also need to use some medications to regulate the intestinal flora for treatment.

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Will carcinoembryonic antigen increase in irritable bowel syndrome?

Generally speaking, patients with irritable bowel syndrome do not experience an increase in carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) levels. An increase in CEA levels suggests the possibility of adenocarcinoma or precursor lesions of adenocarcinoma, which may not only be present in the intestines but also in the lungs and other tissues. In theory, tumor markers for patients with irritable bowel syndrome should be within the normal range. Once an increase in tumor markers such as carcinoembryonic antigen is observed, it is crucial to be highly vigilant about the possibility of adenocarcinoma, and it is necessary to actively complete related auxiliary tests, such as electronic colonoscopy, abdominal CT, chest CT, among others.

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Where to massage for irritable bowel syndrome?

If patients with irritable bowel syndrome experience abdominal discomfort, they can massage around the navel. Massaging can promote intestinal peristalsis and effectively alleviate the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. If the effect is still not satisfactory after massage, consider using a hot water bottle or warm towel for hot compresses. When necessary, traditional Chinese medicine techniques such as moxibustion, acupuncture, and physiotherapy should also be considered. If the effect remains inadequate after the above treatments, consider taking Western medicine treatments, such as oral Bacillus cereus and Bifidobacterium triplex live bacteria to regulate the intestinal flora. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Do you need to take medication for a long time for irritable bowel syndrome?

Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) do not have organic diseases in their intestines. The main issue is that the threshold of their intestinal tract is relatively low, making it easy for accumulations to occur, which subsequently leads to IBS. Patients are often tense and anxious. Therefore, patients with this condition often need to take medication for a long time to achieve relatively effective symptom control. However, patients with IBS should not be overly nervous or anxious, as IBS does not lead to malignant intestinal changes or other organic intestinal diseases.