Warnings for juniper berry: Juniper can overstimulate the kidneys, so do not use it when they are inflamed or infected. Inflamed or infected kidneys can be very serious, so be sure to seek a doctorâs advice.
Common referral areas are the chest, pelvis or legs. Some people with IBS have sudden attacks of abdominal pain that can be so severe that they visit a doctor immediately or go to the emergency room. IBS is a common cause of brief hospital admissions for observation and evaluation of abdominal pain.
Passing blood, running a fever, swollen extremities, and joint pain are not symptoms of IBS, and point to other disorders. IBS is diagnosed in part by the use of the official diagnostic criteria known as the Rome Guidelines. IBS is a physical, not psychological, syndrome. * IBS can cause cramping, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. * IBS does not damage the bowel. * IBS cannot be self-diagnosed.