Does irritable bowel syndrome cause back pain?
On One Hand: IBS Does Not Cause Back PainPeople with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) do not experience back pain as a direct result of the condition, though IBS does cause abdominal pain, according to the Mayo Clinic. Back pain may sometimes result indirectly, such as from straining because of other symptoms like constipation.On the Other: Back Pain Has Other CausesBack pain may result from other conditions. These include, according to the Mayo Clinic, strain or injury, spine and nerve problems, arthritis and osteoporosis as well as spine cancer or infection.Bottom LineIrritable bowel syndrome does not lead directly to back pain, although some symptoms of IBS may indirectly cause back pain.
