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Can i have both ulcerative colitis and irritable bowel syndrome?
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Unlikely: The symptoms can be very similar. If you have not done so already, see a gastroenterologist.
Answered 4/18/2013
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Yes : There is an overlap between patients who have ibd and ibs.
Answered 5/18/2013
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