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Had abdominal pain, lost of appetite, headaches, i feel fine now but i sill have alternating bowel movements and feel bloated could this be ibs or can?

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Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Possibly: If you had a viral infection it could take a few weeks for your bowels to return to normal. If they do not return to normal after 1-2 months then a diagnosis of IBS may need to be considered. Try taking some probiotics and increase your water intake and exercise.

Answered 1/1/2015

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A member asked:

Had abdominal pain, lost of appetite, headaches, i feel fine now but i sill have alternating bowel movements and feel bloated could this be ibs or can?

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