Irritable bowel syndrome
Also called IBS, Irritable colon
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a problem that affects the large intestine. It can cause abdominal cramping, bloating, and a change in bowel habits. Some people with the disorder have constipation. Some have diarrhea. Others go back and forth between…
Treated in Gastroenterology
About Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a problem that affects the large intestine. It can cause abdominal cramping, bloating, and a change in bowel habits. Some people with the disorder have constipation. Some have diarrhea. Others go back and forth between the two. Although IBS can cause a great deal of discomfort, it does not harm the intestines.
IBS is common. It affects about twice as many women as men and is most often found in people younger than 45 years. No one knows the exact cause of IBS. There is no specific test for it. Your doctor may run tests to be sure you don't have other diseases. These tests may include stool sampling tests, blood tests, and x-rays. Your doctor may also do a test called a sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy. Most people diagnosed with IBS can control their symptoms with diet, stress management, probiotics, and medicine.
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Source: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine (USA) (opens in a new tab). Our doctors will add their own guidance for patients in Nagpur here.
Doctors who treat irritable bowel syndrome
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Book appointment with Dr. Amin SiddiquiDr. Amin Siddiqui
Gastroenterology
MBBS, DNB (Medicine), DrNB (Gastroenterology)
7 years of experience · Speaks English, Hindi, Marathi
Questions patients ask
Which doctor treats irritable bowel syndrome at Abhinav Hospital, Nagpur?
Irritable bowel syndrome is treated in our Gastroenterology department, by Dr. Ravi Daswani, Dr. Shashank Wanjari, and Dr. Amin Siddiqui.
How do I book an appointment for irritable bowel syndrome?
Call the hospital on +91 75571 60334, message us on WhatsApp, or leave your number in the form on this page and the front desk will call you back to fix a time with the right doctor.
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