Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome related to the thyroid?

Written by Si Li Li

Gastroenterology

Updated on June 12, 2025

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by a syndrome resulting from functional impairment, without organic changes. Typical symptoms include abdominal pain, accompanied by changes in bowel habits and stool characteristics. This condition is a functional disorder, meaning that no abnormalities are found in any medical tests, and there are no changes in the bodily organs. Therefore, Irritable Bowel Syndrome is not greatly related to the thyroid. It is mainly associated with psychological factors and social factors.

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Why does irritable bowel syndrome cause diarrhea in the morning?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) might lead to morning diarrhea, as intestinal motility is relatively slower while asleep and speeds up upon waking. This could result in an increased frequency of bowel movements in the morning, and severe cases may experience diarrhea. For patients with IBS experiencing diarrhea, it is recommended to take oral medication to adjust the intestinal flora, as well as bi-directional enteric neuromodulators, such as trimebutine maleate. It is also important to closely monitor any changes in the condition and return for follow-ups as needed. (Please take medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Does irritable bowel syndrome cause dizziness?

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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How can we prevent stomach pain from irritable bowel syndrome?

Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) who experience abdominal pain can lightly massage their abdomen or apply heat using a hot towel or heating pad. Of course, if the abdominal pain is severe, antispasmodic pain relief medication can be used for treatment, or traditional Chinese medicine therapies such as physical therapy, acupuncture, or moxibustion can be applied. Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome should maintain a light diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods. They should eat more foods containing rough fiber to more effectively prevent the occurrence of abdominal pain. Additionally, patients need to regulate dietary and emotional factors.

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How to alleviate bloating in Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome who experience bloating may consider taking oral prokinetic drugs such as mosapride or itopride for treatment. They could also take digestive aids like compound azintamide or compound digestive enzymes to aid digestion. Additionally, medications that regulate the intestinal flora, such as Bacillus clausii, could be considered for treatment. Of course, the specific choice of medication as well as the dosage should be based on the main clinical symptoms. Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome should eat a light diet, eat regularly and in measured amounts, and consume foods that are easy to digest.

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Does irritable bowel syndrome cause sensitivity to cold?

Irritable bowel syndrome may cause symptoms of feeling cold. Patients with irritable bowel syndrome are greatly influenced by emotions. If a patient is overly tense or anxious, it may lead to a sensation of feeling cold, although there may be no actual drop in body temperature or external temperature. Sometimes, patients with irritable bowel syndrome may need to use anti-anxiety medications for treatment, such as fluoxetine, buspirone, etc. It is also crucial to pay close attention to dietary adjustments, avoiding spicy, irritating, and cold foods, ensuring regular meals, and consuming easily digestible foods. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)