In this episode, we discuss:
What is IBS? 2:12
Who gets IBS? 2:48
What are risk factors for developing IBS? 3:13
What causes IBS? Is it dangerous? 3:58
Does this mean I have an allergy to specific foods? 4:54
What’s the difference between a food allergy and food intolerance? 5:14
What are other symptoms of IBS? 6:07
How long do you need to have symptoms to be diagnosed with IBS? 7:01
Is IBS associated with diarrhea or constipation 7:40
When should I be worried that my symptoms aren’t because of IBS? 8:11
Can someone with IBS experience symptoms not related to their diagnosis? 9:11
Do you need a special test to diagnose IBS? 9:40
What problems can arise if I’m diagnosed with IBS? 10:20
How is your mental health related to IBS and your physical health? 11:04
How do you treat IBS? 11:48
What foods should I try and which should I avoid with IBS? 12:51
Does a gluten free diet help with IBS symptoms? 14:41
Can supplements or probiotics help? 15:05
What medications do you use to treat IBS? 15:58
What resources do you recommend to learn more about IBS? 17:02
Healthlink BC: https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-topics/hw117851
Badgut.org IBS Information: https://badgut.org/information-centre/a-z-digestive-topics/ibs/
Mount Sinai IBS Information: https://www.mountsinai.on.ca/care/fammed/patient-resources/nutrition/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs.pdf/view
AboutIBS.org https://www.aboutibs.org
Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.com
Twitter: @TheDrDictionary
Peer reviewed by Dr. Wyman, Dr. Curea, and Dr. Kahane, family physicians at Leslie Medical Family Health Organization in North York, Toronto, Canada
Original music by Nicholas and John Bragagnolo
DISCLAIMER:
This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor’s appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor’s visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.
Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn’t mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle.
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