Pelvic Problems
Women with IBS usually complain about chronic pelvic pain. However, a survey among ladies with IBS shows that one out of three women suffer from pain and discomfort below their belly buttons. Some described the pain as sharp and similar to menstrual cramps, while others may feel a dull stab identical to a mild tummy ache. Chronic pelvic pain can affect a patient’s sexual relations, mental health, work, and physical activities. It is more common among ladies ages 18 to 50.
Aside from prolonged pelvic pain, ladies with IBS can also suffer from pelvic organ relapse. This is a condition where one or more organs in the pelvis fall out of place, bumping into the vagina. Organ relapse happens when the muscles and connective tissues near the pelvis weaken. IBS, accompanied by chronic diarrhea and constipation, increases the chances of developing vaginal, rectal, uterine, and urethral prolapses.
