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Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

IBS usually is diagnosed after bowel disease has been ruled out. Your doctor will probably take a complete medical history, do a physical exam, and check for blood in your stool. Other diagnostic tests such as blood tests, x-rays or a colonoscopy (viewing the colon through a flexible tube inserted through the anus) may be done if needed.



Irritable Bowel Syndrome
 Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
 Causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
 Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
 Diet and Stress Effects on Irritable Bowel Syndrome
 Foods That May Cause Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms
 Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome
 Medicines for Irritable Bowel Syndrome