Dr Apurva Pande is a Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist providing evaluation and treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), abdominal pain, bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea and recurrent digestive symptoms.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome, commonly known as IBS, is a functional digestive disorder in which patients experience recurrent abdominal discomfort associated with altered bowel habits.
IBS may present with constipation, diarrhea, bloating, gas, abdominal cramps or a mixed pattern of symptoms.
You should consult a gastroenterologist if bowel symptoms are frequent, persistent or associated with warning signs.
IBS is diagnosed after careful clinical evaluation and exclusion of other important digestive conditions when required.
Evaluation may include:
IBS treatment is individualized depending on the dominant symptoms, triggers and severity.
IBS is usually not life-threatening, but it can significantly affect quality of life. Proper diagnosis is important to exclude other bowel diseases.
IBS can often be controlled well with diet, lifestyle changes, stress management and appropriate medicines, although symptoms may recur in some patients.
Colonoscopy is not required for every IBS patient. It may be advised if there are warning symptoms such as bleeding, weight loss, anemia or late-onset symptoms.
A gastroenterologist is the specialist for IBS, chronic abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, bloating and recurrent digestive symptoms.
For IBS, abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, diarrhea and digestive health evaluation.
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