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I Am Suffering Of Mild Irritable Bowl Syndrome And Currently On Medications
Question: I am suffering of mild pain in my abdomen area it's radiating sometime lower abdomen sometimes upper and in lower back aswell.
I consulted doctor and they are assuming it as irritable Bowl Syndrome and currently on medications but I'm not sure what lifestyle changes and diet changes I should make to relieve the symptoms.
I consulted doctor and they are assuming it as irritable Bowl Syndrome and currently on medications but I'm not sure what lifestyle changes and diet changes I should make to relieve the symptoms.
Brief Answer:
You should get investigated
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Pain Abdomen should be investigated.
Ultrasound scan of the Abdomen will give a clue.If it is inconclusive,then CT Scan should be done for the Abdomen.
If the symptoms are limited to upper Abdomen, upper GI endoscopy will help in the Diagnosis.If the Complaints are of lower abdomen,then Colonoscopy should be done.
You should consult a Gastroenterologist and proceed further.
Till investigations, you should take high fiber diet.Take green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits.
Anxiety should be reduced as it is one of the main cause for Irritable bowel syndrome.Breathing exercises will help you a lot.
Drink plenty of liquids.
Nothing to worry.
Please consult a Gastroenterologist and get investigated.If all the reports are normal,then Irritable bowel syndrome can be considered.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,I will clarify further.
Wishing you good health and speedy recovery
Regards
You should get investigated
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Pain Abdomen should be investigated.
Ultrasound scan of the Abdomen will give a clue.If it is inconclusive,then CT Scan should be done for the Abdomen.
If the symptoms are limited to upper Abdomen, upper GI endoscopy will help in the Diagnosis.If the Complaints are of lower abdomen,then Colonoscopy should be done.
You should consult a Gastroenterologist and proceed further.
Till investigations, you should take high fiber diet.Take green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits.
Anxiety should be reduced as it is one of the main cause for Irritable bowel syndrome.Breathing exercises will help you a lot.
Drink plenty of liquids.
Nothing to worry.
Please consult a Gastroenterologist and get investigated.If all the reports are normal,then Irritable bowel syndrome can be considered.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,I will clarify further.
Wishing you good health and speedy recovery
Regards
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