While it is often a benign condition, it can also be a sign of something more serious. You should seek medical advice if you experience:
Blood in your stool
Severe abdominal pain
Unexplained weight loss
Fever
Symptoms that wake you up at night
A sudden change in your bowel habits that lasts for more than a few days
A family history of colon cancer or inflammatory bowel disease
How to Manage the Urge
If you are dealing with a hyperactive gastrocolic reflex, there are several strategies you can use to
