Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Support Group
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common intestinal disorder that is characterized by bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, cramping, and constipation. Typically no abnormalities appear during standard medical testing, and so irritable bowel syndrome is identified by the symptoms. Although irritable bowel syndrome can cause serious discomfort, the intestines are not harmed.
OK so I think I need to seek a dr for my IBS. Iam not a fan of going to the drs. Can anyone tell me what the GASTRO does to test for IBS. Iam terrifed of needles but getting better..
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deleted_user
Its been several years for me since I was diagnosed so my memory may be a little off but I think IBS is diagnosed when other, more serious conditions are ruled out; ie chrohns and colitis.
deleted_user
cookies is right the only way to be diagnosed with IBS is to rule everything else out. It's called an exclusionary diagnosis.
JillyT
Depending on your age and symptoms the grastroenterologist may want to do blood tests, a stool test, an upper endoscopy and a colonoscopy - not fun, but will "see" what is there. May also do a ct scan and or an ultrasound... OR he/she may just poke and prod and say 'hmmm' a lot (always my favorite, lol)...hugs jilly
deleted_user
i have jsut this morning recieved my barium enema pack from the hospital - which includes two sachets of laxative(as if i need it) and basically says dont go out the house when u have teken them - oh what joy !! Anyway i am in on the 18th for that and thats an xray of the bowel so they can check for chrons and stuff !! hope to god it doesnt bring anything up and i am nervous about it but i know it ahs to be done - i think im more nervous bout the laxative part cause i have ibs-d
ashley1028
I was just diagnosed with IBS on 12/6/07. For me I saw the doctor on tuesday where I told him all of my symptoms and then on thursday he did an endoscopy and colonoscopy. It wasn't to bad. They knocked me down with versed (hypnotic and sedative) and demerol which is a strong pain medication. the endoscopy was done last and I dont even remember that but they the colonoscopy hurt badly. The nurse said they started before the meds had kicked in and it normally doesn't hurt at all. If you have any questions feel free to message me. I'll help you out if possible. GOOD LUCK!!
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