Living with a constant disease can be hard, but if you know how to treat it correctly, it will be way easier to deal with it in the long run. If you suspect you’re suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or by its acronym IBS, there are some things you can do to treat it properly.

First of all, you need to recognize the symptoms, that way, you’ll know how much this disease has been affecting you. Since this disease affects the digestive system some of the main ones are diarrhea, stomach cramps, stomachache, bloating, and constipation. 

Although it may seem to be a really weird disease, it’s a pretty common condition that affects millions of people around the world. It may be caused by stress, a family history of IBS, bad food chewing and some other medical problems.

If you have these symptoms, the right thing to do is seek professional advice by going through some diagnostic imaging tests and studies recommended by your physician. Of course, you need to keep in mind there’s no definitive test to recognize IBS, so it may be necessary to go through a variety of tests before getting a concrete diagnosis.

Recognizing irritable bowel syndrome with x-rays

A good way to find and recognize problems in the digestive tract is by x-ray tests, which use radiation to produce clear and reliable images. Although these tests do not find Irritable Bowel Syndrome, they can help rule out some other problems.

Since the symptoms described previously do not just show up due to IBS, an x-ray test can help find any intestinal damage or disease that can be causing it. Another effective way to find problems in the intestine is by blood, excrement and urine tests.

Once your doctor rules out any other cause of pain in your stomach, they can start specifically searching for Irritable Bowel Syndrome by going through other tests.

Finding Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) with CT scan

Computed tomography or CT scan is a really good way to recognize the origin of the symptoms of IBS. This diagnostic imaging test takes a 360-degree image of the patient, and it’s even more powerful than the x-rays.

In the case of IBS, it’s normally recommended when the patient has abdominal pain to see exactly the location of origin. During the test, the person needs to lay on a table and pass through an x-ray machine.

If you have already been diagnosed with IBS, do not worry, because although it’s a lifelong problem, it can be controlled with the correct treatment. Having a diet that includes fruits and vegetables plus medication if needed will help you deal with this disease. Vital Imaging is here to help you with any medical diagnostic imaging services you may need. Call 305.595.9992 to schedule an appointment today.