Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: What Is Wrong With Me?

Hi, MSP--

There are a variety of tests that can be done to try to determine the cause of your problems. Here is the link to where Heather (author of this site and several books on the subject of IBS) lists specific diagnostic tests that can help eliminate potential diseases:

http://www.helpforibs.com/footer/ibs.asp#tests

If the tests are coming back negative, IBS may ultimately be your problem. You mention you are minus a gallbladder... that can potentially complicate the issue, but if it turns out you are having a problem with bile acids, that is pretty easily fixed, and not in and of itself a case of "IBS."

If your current doc has not been helpful to you in determining the cause of your problem, it's time to find another doc. It is your health and your dollars, so take an active role in getting the best care possible... you are worth it. We all are. I chose to work with a specialist (gastroenterologist) rather than an internist or general practitioner.

Please also take a look at Heather's books ("The First Year: IBS" and "Eating for IBS"). I was fortunate to find them at my local library; perhaps yours has them, too. The books are a godsend.

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