test for ibs

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Permalink Reply by Mike on June 14, 2009 at 8:53pm

A colonscopy is the best test and nothing to be afraid of. I've had three in the past 6 years. IBS is very difficult to diagnose since there are so many different symptoms. There is a lot of information on the internet. I've had IBS for many years and have tried everything. One thing works for one and not the other. I've found that fiber has been the best overall for IBC-C and IBS-D. I have severe D.

Good Luck!

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Permalink Reply by Yasmin on June 16, 2009 at 1:13pm

I was terrified myself. If I only new how easy the colonoscopy was going to be I wouldnt have freaked out like I did. I have IBS and diverticulosis. Good luck

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Permalink Reply by Brahms on June 16, 2009 at 2:44pm

There are no tests for IBS. It is diagnosed when all the tests for everything else are negative.

The colonscopy will find nothing if you have IBS. It will not hurt you at all.

When you are sick of the symptoms and ready to change go here www.ibsexplained.com

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Permalink Reply by gav on June 19, 2009 at 4:04pm

Thanks for the replies everyone thanks for the support.Just want to get it over and done with thanks again gav.

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Permalink Reply by Kelly on June 28, 2009 at 2:16am

don't be afraid, it's one of the easiest tests i've had. The test was actually for other bowel conditions, like coeliac's, and they couldn't find that, so...IBS was the diagnosis! You will most likely be put to sleep, so enjoy a little rest! :) A camera is inserted up your behind, but as you will be asleep, you won't feel a thing. It doesn't take long. Probably the only thing that can be unpleasant is that you have to completely empty your bowel beforehand. I had to drink a lot of this solution, um..picoprep? It makes you empty your bowel very quickly. It's not painful though. Good luck, you will be fine! :) :)

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