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What Could Be The Reasons For Stomach Pain, Constipation And Diarrhea?

My 19 year old daughter if having stomach pain approximately one inch above and one inch to the right of her belly button. We have had an ultrasound, upper endoscopy, and Hida scan done and nothing has showed up. She experiencing constipation as well as diarrhea. Any suggestions to what this may be??? Thanks!!!
Tue, 5 Feb 2019
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Internal Medicine Specialist 's  Response
Hi,

As most of the organic problems are ruled out by above investigations, the history is very much suggestive of irritable bowel syndrome also known as IBS. Most of the times it is a benign disease which needs some lifestyle modifications like including more fibres in diet, taking a judicious amount of water especially in those having constipation, and reducing caffeine and legumes. Sometimes psychological therapies like cognitive behavioural therapy and relaxation therapies are also helpful. When symptoms aren't controlled with above-mentioned measures, then drugs can be recommended accordingly whether constipation or diarrhoea is the predominant symptom.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Muhammad Zahir Shah, Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Could Be The Reasons For Stomach Pain, Constipation And Diarrhea?

Hi, As most of the organic problems are ruled out by above investigations, the history is very much suggestive of irritable bowel syndrome also known as IBS. Most of the times it is a benign disease which needs some lifestyle modifications like including more fibres in diet, taking a judicious amount of water especially in those having constipation, and reducing caffeine and legumes. Sometimes psychological therapies like cognitive behavioural therapy and relaxation therapies are also helpful. When symptoms aren t controlled with above-mentioned measures, then drugs can be recommended accordingly whether constipation or diarrhoea is the predominant symptom. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammad Zahir Shah, Internal Medicine Specialist