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Poss cauz?my sis 2hav reacuring intestinal prob, started yrs ago w/vomitin all day fordays, w/mult sym bone pain, sweatin, chills, ect, an now has constipat

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

IBS: Your sister may have irritable bowel syndrome. She should be evaluated by a gastroenterologist.

Answered 1/10/2014

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