- changes in bowel habits (diarrhea, constipation, or both). For people with IBS, the gastrocolic reflex is often exaggerated. They may experience urgent, painful diarrhea immediately after eating. The difference between IBS and a normal reflex is the intensity and the associated symptoms. If you have IBS, the post-meal urgency is often accompanied by significant pain and discomfort that interferes with your daily life.
If you are experiencing frequent, urgent bowel movements after eating, it is important to talk to a doctor. While
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