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A member asked:

How can i relieve severe pain caused by ibs?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

See your doctor: There are medications that can help.

Dr Hammerstead agreed

Answered 10/22/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Se your PCP: There is no single treatment for pain, discomfort or other symptoms of IBS. See your PCP to coordinate the treatment.

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/23/2015

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