Suggest Treatment For Stomach Upset Caused By An IBS

Posted on Wed, 15 Jun 2016

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Question : My stomach us always upset. Whenever I eat something I need to poop. What can be possible reason? What all test should i opt for? any recommendations?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (11 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need more information

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

How long you have these symptoms?
Are you losing weight?
Any other medical illness you have?
Are you on any medications?

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (5 hours later)

Hi ,
Please go through the following answers:

How long you have these symptoms? its more more than 4 months.
Are you losing weight? No. In fact I have gained 2 kgs.
Any other medical illness you have? No. Had jaundice 4 months ago.
Are you on any medications? NoMoreover I feel fatigue, dizziness and my body is warm throughout.

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (19 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Answer given below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the additional information.
Irritable bowel syndrome is a likely cause.

The following tests are to be done -

1. Complete blood count
2. Stool analysis
3. Blood glucose
4. Thyroid function test
5. Tissue transglutaminase antibody test

Meanwhile you can take the following medications for relief.
1. C. VSL#3 1-0-0 for 4 weeks
2 T. Librax 0-0-1 for 4 weeks

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee