spastic colon

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Noun spastic colon has 1 sense

irritable bowel syndrome, spastic colon, mucous colitis - recurrent abdominal pain and diarrhea (often alternating with periods of constipation); often associated with emotional stress
--₁ is a kind of colitis, inflammatory bowel disease

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Spastic Colon

Description:

Spastic colon, also known as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), is a common gastrointestinal disorder that affects the large intestine. It is characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel movements. This condition often causes the colon to contract abnormally, resulting in discomfort and irregular bowel habits.

Usage:

Noun - Medical:

The patient was diagnosed with a spastic colon after complaining of chronic abdominal pain.
My doctor recommended a high-fiber diet to alleviate the symptoms of my spastic colon.

Adjective - Popular:

My friend always gets anxious before exams, and it often leads to a spastic colon situation for her.
He experienced a spastic colon episode whenever he consumed spicy food.

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