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.
The primary symptoms of IBS are abdominal pain or discomfort in association with frequent diarrhea or constipation and a change in bowel habits. Symptoms usually are experienced as acute attacks that subside within one day, but recurrent attacks are likely.