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Will Gluten-free Diet And Lactose-free Diet Cure Severe Abdominal Distention Caused By IBS?

I have severe abdominal distention every day no matter what I eat or drink to the point of looking pregnant. I sometimes am extra gassy. I feel fatigued often, and sometimes moody. I found out I was anemic which has since gotten better from taking iron, but could that be a symptom of my stomach problems? I am a 21 year old female and have had this problem for several years. I have 3-6 bowel movements a day, a couple of them loose, and usually immediately after eating. I have tried gluten and lactose free diets, had a colonoscopy, gallbladder scan, and tested for giardia. I've been told I just have IBS, but I think these symptoms are caused from something. I am getting an endoscopy in the next week. What are other possibilities of what could cause my symptoms and severe bloating? Thanks!
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hi
I read carefully all your concerns and I would like to say that your symptoms may be related with:
-dyspeptic syndrome
-fungal infection
-stomach problems
Yes it is possible to be IBS , but firstly we should rule out organic problems.
I am glad to know that your medical data are ok.
wishing you fast recovery
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Will Gluten-free Diet And Lactose-free Diet Cure Severe Abdominal Distention Caused By IBS?

hi I read carefully all your concerns and I would like to say that your symptoms may be related with: -dyspeptic syndrome -fungal infection -stomach problems Yes it is possible to be IBS , but firstly we should rule out organic problems. I am glad to know that your medical data are ok. wishing you fast recovery