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A member asked:
28 year old male, bloated lower stomach, gassy, sometimes constipation sometimes diarrhea. on/off for about 4 months. no fam history of colon cancer.
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
IBS: You do not have cancer. You have irritable bowel syndrome. Please see a GI specialist or your family physician.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Try increasing fiber: If no blood in your stool, try gradually increasing your fiber intake first. If not better in two months, see your doctor.
Answered 4/21/2014
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Lactose issue?: This could be a sign of lactose intolerance with alternative bowel habits. It may also be related to irritable bowel syndrome. Certainly there are other scenarios, but those are some thoughts that come to mind.
Answered 4/22/2014
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