DIAGNOSIS
If you have IBS, blood tests, faeces tests, and other examinations usually show normal values. So there is no “IBS test” that shows that you have IBS, but it is the symptoms you have that determine whether you get an IBS diagnosis or not.
However, to diagnose IBS, the doctor may perform a number of examinations and take samples to rule out that the symptoms are not caused by other diseases. So how is IBS diagnosed and what are its main causes?
Medical examinations for IBS
Sometimes we get asked about the types of medical examinations for IBS diagnosis and other stomach problems. What methods do hospitals use and why? Since it is not known why some people are affected...
SIBO should not be confused with IBS
SIBO is short for 'small intestinal bacterial overgrowth' which simply means that there is too much bacteria in your small intestine. It is a relatively rare condition with disturbed bowel function....
5 common myths about IBS
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder that can cause various digestive symptoms. However, there are several myths and misconceptions surrounding IBS. Dispelling them...
Rome IV criteria
Since there is no test that can be used to diagnose IBS with certainty, healthcare professionals rely on the patient's medical history and diagnosis by exclusion - doing tests to eliminate other...
Is IBS a genetic disorder?
While it is common for IBS patients to have relatives who suffer from similar symptoms, the hereditability of IBS has not yet been confirmed. The development of IBS among relatives is rather...
Diet for diverticulitis: The dietitian gives advice on diet
Here is a question about diet for diverticulitis: “I have been told that I have diverticulitis and a narrowing in the lower part of the sigmoid. During the last two years, I have had more and more...
