The Functional Gut Clinic Blog

IBS and Alcohol: Which Drinks Trigger Symptoms?

IBS and Alcohol: Which Drinks Trigger Symptoms?

Published on: 20/10/2026

Learn how alcohol can affect IBS, which drinks are more likely to trigger symptoms, whether quantity matters, and how to reduce the risk of a flare-up.

Bile Acid Diarrhoea or IBS-D? Why Some Diarrhoea Isn't IBS

Bile Acid Diarrhoea or IBS-D? Why Some Diarrhoea Isn't IBS

Published on: 18/10/2026

Learn how bile acid diarrhoea can mimic IBS-D, the symptoms to watch for, how a SeHCAT test works, and when persistent diarrhoea should be investigated.

IBS Medication UK: What Your GP Can Prescribe

IBS Medication UK: What Your GP Can Prescribe

Published on: 16/10/2026

Explore IBS medication available in the UK, including mebeverine, Buscopan, loperamide, laxatives, and amitriptyline, and learn how each works.

How Long Does an IBS Flare-Up Last?

How Long Does an IBS Flare-Up Last?

Published on: 30/09/2026

How long do IBS flare-ups last? Learn how long symptoms may continue, why some flares linger, and when a prolonged flare needs investigating.

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