Question 1

can irritable bowel syndrome lead to malnutrition?

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No: Irritable bowel syndrome does not cause malnutrition.  Malnutrition would be an indication to look for another cause (other than irritable bowel syndrome) for the stomach and bowel symptoms.

Question 2

i recently read a paper saying that irritable bowel syndrome can lead to diverticular disease, does anyone have an opinion one way or the other?

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Different problems: They are two different things.  Diverticular disease is made up of two conditions: diverticulosis and diverticulitis. Diverticulosis occurs when pouches, called diverticula, form in the colon. These pouches bulge out like weak spots in a tire. Diverticulitis occurs if the pouches become inflamed. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that leads to abdominal pain and cramping, changes in bow

Question 3

what can anxiety, depression, sleeplessness, irritable bowel syndrome-a , can lead to in extreme situations if left untreated?im 23yr old female.

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Serious pbms: Depression and sleeplessness untreated can have serious consequences. Sleep is super important. I suggest seeking out PCP, or psychiatrist . Beginning to take some magnesium 400-500mg /d can help sleep and depression but you need an evaluation for rx. removing inflammatory foods-casein, gluten might be a good start for your IBS

Question 4

can irritable bowel syndrome lead to irregular heart rate?

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Not likely. : In medicine you can never say never. However, it is highly unlikely that ibs will lead to any heart irregularities. Common symptoms include abdominal crampy pain, constipation, and or diarrhea. None of these symptoms will affect your electrolytes which could lead to heart abnomalities or directly affect the heart in any way.

Question 5

can pregnancy lead to irritable bowel syndrome complications?

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No: Pregnancy can set off an irritable bowel syndrome but not cause it.

Question 6

does irritable bowel syndrome eventually lead to colon cancer?

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No: Ibs does not lead to colon cancer. However, IBS type symptoms may obscure symptoms of colon cancer. So any change in your symptoms should be discussed with your doctor.

Question 7

how can i treat irritable bowel syndrome ?

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Diet and fluids: I rarely prescribe meds for ibs. In my experience teaching people to eat and drink properly resolves most if not all symptoms when the patient is compliant and follows through. Hi fiber, 80-100 ounces non caffeine, non alcoholic beverages each day, regular meal times, excercise. Consistency is the key to being symptom free.

Question 8

how can you cure irritable bowel syndrome?

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Diet and fluids: And pro-biotics seem to help if patient is compliant. Eat a high fiber diet, regular meal times and similar portions and drink 80-100 oz of caffeine free, alcohol free fluid daily.

Question 9

is irritable bowel syndrome common in asia?

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Lower in Asia: IBS is present in 10% to 20% of adults in the US. [2] one study conducted in a health maintenance organization population showed the prevalence of iIBS symptoms in respondents to be 19.5%. [3] the prevalence is similar in Europe, although it may be lower in Asia and Africa.

Question 10

what is proper diet for irritable bowel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Individualize diet: There is no specific exclusion diets for ibs, although many patients have difficulty tolerating water insoluble fibers, excessive dietary fats, fizzy drinks, & bowel stimulants (caffeine).  If lactose, bean husk, sorbitol, &/or gluten intolerant it is best to avoid these foods or use appropriate enzyme supplements with them. Keep a food diary. Also, read "relief from ibs" by elaine shimberg.

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