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Husband can only eat few foods without getting gas pressure in intestines, been going on for year, could it be cancer for this long? no bleeding, ibs?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Cancer unlikely: From what you described cancer is not a likely cause of the symptoms. He may have IBS, but it would be prudent to consult a gastroenterologist for an evaluation.

Answered 4/12/2017

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A member asked:

Husband can only eat few foods without getting gas pressure in intestines, been going on for year, could it be cancer for this long? no bleeding, ibs?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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