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Is this ibs

Last year I was diagnosed with diverticula after a scan.

Had episodes of constipation and diarrhea and what can only be described as lower abdomen pressure and gurgling tummy

All stool samples and blood test have come back normal nothing sinister found. Awaiting appointment with gastroenterologist.

Does this sound like IBS?

I am a 66 year old female

  1. Hi , so sorry you're dealing with this. Many of us have been diagnosed with IBS after all the tests came back negative, so if the doctors can't find anything, you might very well be diagnosed with IBS. However, it's always best to rule out anything else. Do you know if the gastroenterologist will do further testing? What have you tried so far to help you deal with symptoms? Karina (team member)

    1. Thank you for your response. I have just received a call from the hospital. I have an appointment on 20th June so we will see what he has to say

      1. I hope you'll get some answers then. Will you keep us updated after your appointment? Wishing you all the best, Karina (team member)

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