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- Irritable Colon (Spastic Colon, Mucous Colitis)
- SYMPTOMS. Signs vary greatly and may include constipation or constipation
- that alternates with diarrhea, dull or sharp pains on the right or left side
- of the abdomen. The pain is often relieved by bowel movement. Signs may
- include nausea, weakness, heartburn, headache and mucus in the stools. These
- episodes may last for days, weeks or even months.
- CAUSES. This is a very common problem that usually begins in early adult
- life and is often associated with stress.
- TREATMENT. A check-up is necessary to rule out other problems.
- .A change of diet. Medication and regular exercise may be prescribed.