10 Graceful Ways To Deal With IBS

5. Public Bathroom Etiquette

Using a public bathroom with irritable bowel syndrome can be embarrassing. If at all possible, look for a single stall bathroom for optimal privacy. If no single stall bathrooms are available, try waiting until the public bathroom is empty before entering. If that is not possible and the bathroom is crowded upon entrance, try to relax. Tensing up will likely cause more embarrassing gas and discomfort. Flushing often is a good way to indicate to others there is a problem.