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How to treat IBS with heavy bloating?
Query: Hello doctor, I want to know some general queries about SIBO and IBS-alternating. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please detail your queries, so that the comments can be focussed. Read Full »
Is my lethargy related to my severe stomach cramps?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been having IBS from the last four years. I have symptoms of anxiety, skin rashes, low sex drive, low energy, digestive issues, acidity, and heartburn. An endoscopy and colonoscopy done two years ago came back normal. But, I am following up with my doctor who recently found exce... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It does not look like you are harboring a major illness. Most of your symptoms are resulting from your excess stress and anxiety. Do not worry. Addressing them will cure your health issues. The breath test positivity may be due to a bacterial colonization of you... Read Full »
Can IBS restrict me from reading books and using a computer?
Query: Hi doctor, I have IBS. I cannot eat 23 foods items which include egg, wheat, milk, etc. But for the past two years, I could not use a computer or read a book. Living with this is hard. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The underlying issue behind IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) is stress or anxiety. Do not get preoccupied with this, as IBS is not always a disease. IBS is just an altered bowel movement which can vary from individual to individual. You can slowly try reintroduction ... Read Full »
Am I having gut flora imbalance or IBS?
Query: Hello doctor,I was diagnosed with IBS-D by a gastroenterologist. My CBC, abdominal ultrasound and FOBT were all normal. I was put on one-month medication consisting of Rifagut 550 (twice per day), Colospa Retard (twice per day) and Librax. My only problem was aggressive BM, not diarrhea but a lot of... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Going through your history and reports, I do not feel anything so scary with you. Your reports are absolutely fine. It is very difficult to say whether you have IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) or gut flora imbalance. The diagnosis of IBS is reached when we exclude all ot... Read Full »
How do I manage frequent bowel movements and gas issues?
Query: Hello doctor. I have always had problems with bowel movements, as far as I can remember. It is not severe, but on a milder scale. However, four years ago, my bowel movement problems went from mild to moderate. I would go to the toilet first thing in the morning, and I always had a feeling of incomp... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your clinical history points towards constipation, which needs dietary modifications, medications, and complete evaluations if the condition is not resolving. You can avoid foods that induce constipation, for example, maize-based foods, bread, biscuits, and red meat.... Read Full »