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THE NUISANCE IS CALLED IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder affects the large intestine. This is a chronic condition that require your long-term control. However, irritable bowel syndrome does not cause any changes in intestinal tissue or increase the risk of colorectal cancer.
► Causes of irritable bowel syndrome:
The exact cause of irritable bowel syndrome has not yet been concluded by scientists but related factors may include:
► Causes of irritable bowel syndrome:
The exact cause of irritable bowel syndrome has not yet been concluded by scientists but related factors may include:
- Intestinal muscle spasms, gastrointestinal infections, intestinal bacteria changes.
- Stress.
- Genetic factors.
- Diet. Many people have more severe symptoms when eating or drinking certain foods including wheat, dairy products, citrus fruits, beans, cabbage, milk and carbonated drinks.
► Common symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome:
- Abdominal pain, cramps or abdominal distention associated with bowel movements.
- Changes in the appearance of intestinal motility.
- Changes in the frequency of your bowel movements.
- Other symptoms include abdominal bloating or mucus in stool.
► When should you see a doctor?
Dr. Tô Văn Quyền – Gastroenterologist - Hepatologist said only a few people with irritable bowel syndrome have serious signs. Most patients can control symptoms by managing their diet, lifestyle and stress. More servere symptoms can be treated with medications following doctor’s consultation.
Sometimes, patients have other pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract such as: chronic pancreatitis, chronic gastritis or enteritis, neuroendocrine tumors,... but with symptoms are similar to irritable bowel syndrome, if these patients are not carefully examined and properly treated following protocol, it will lead to serious complications later.
If patients have constant changes in bowel movement habits or other signs of irritable bowel syndrome, doctor visit is recommended. This can be a more serious condition, such as colon cancer. Severe signs include:
- Weight loss.
- Diarrhea at night.
- Rectal haemorrhage.
- Iron deficiency anemia.
- Idiopathic vomiting.
- Dysphagia.
- Persistent pain does not relieve when flatulating or bowel movements.
As one of the top 5 specialties at the American International Hospital (AIH), Gastroenterology – Hepatology offers a full range of testing, diagnostic and treatment services for gastrointestinal diseases. Our team includes experienced and competent gastroenterologists at AIH who will help to give correct diagnosis and choose appropriate treatment regimens for each case.
In particular, at AIH, gastroenteroscopy room is invested in modern apparatuses according to international standards ensuring to provide customers the best quality services.
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