IBS-D DIAGNOSIS STARTS WITH A CONVERSATION

Talking with your healthcare provider (HCP) about the symptoms you’re experiencing—and even how you feel about your symptoms or how much they bother you—can be enough to get an IBS-D diagnosis.

4 Signs That May Lead to an IBS-D Diagnosis

Getting diagnosed may be easier than you think. HCPs can diagnose IBS-D based on your symptom history, and the standards continue to evolve and change. An IBS-D diagnosis can now be made by an HCP earlier when compared to previous standards.

NATURE AND FREQUENCY OF SYMPTOMS

Recurring abdominal pain associated with going to the bathroom, changes in frequency and/or appearance of stool for an average of at least 1 day/week for the last 3 months

BOTHERSOMENESS

Symptoms that interfere with daily activities, require attention, or cause worry

Symptoms that bother you enough to speak with an HCP can still allow for a diagnosis of IBS-D to be made

DURATION

Symptoms that impact daily life and have been bothering you for at least 8 weeks

Thinking your symptoms are IBS-D? Start the conversation with your doctor with this guide.

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Signs that your symptoms may not be caused by IBS-D

If you have symptoms such as stomach pain, diarrhea, gas, or bloating—in addition to the symptoms listed here— talk with your HCP. Your symptoms may be caused by a different medical problem that may require immediate attention.

  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Nighttime symptoms that wake you
  • Blood in your stool
  • Anemia or other abnormal blood tests
  • Family history of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, or celiac disease
  • New onset of symptoms at age 50 or older
  • New and/or worsening symptoms
  • Fever

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