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My doctor told me i have ibs but didn't run any tests to confirm or rule out chron's, cancer, etc. should i get a second opinion?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

IBS?: You need a colonoscopy and blood tests to make sure it isnt inflammatory bowel disease.

Dr Pack agreed

Answered 3/27/2015

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