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Suggest Treatment For Diarrhea Type IBS, Anxiety And Panic Attacks For A 70-year-old

My friend (70 yr. old female) had diarrhea type IBS for a year or so, had to retire from driving a school bus, and since then has developed constipation type IBS, depression/anxiety/panic attacks, vertigo, severe weakness (can walk only a few steps), weight loss (50 pounds, but she was way overweight) has to force herself to eat, stomach pain in lower and mid abdomen (cramping). She has had a hysterectomy years ago. She had a nervous breakdown last week and spent 5 days in the psychiatric ward. I am very worried about her.
Wed, 13 Nov 2019
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Hello,

The symptoms seem to be related to irritable bowel syndrome. I suggest using an over the counter option for the diarrhea such as Imodium. I also suggest using daily probiotics. I recommend to eat a fiber rich diet and drink liquids. I suggest to use an anxiolytic such as Xanax for the anxiety. If the symptoms continue, I recommend to consult a psychiatrist for further evaluation.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Diarrhea Type IBS, Anxiety And Panic Attacks For A 70-year-old

Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to irritable bowel syndrome. I suggest using an over the counter option for the diarrhea such as Imodium. I also suggest using daily probiotics. I recommend to eat a fiber rich diet and drink liquids. I suggest to use an anxiolytic such as Xanax for the anxiety. If the symptoms continue, I recommend to consult a psychiatrist for further evaluation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician