Clinical Overview
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting the large intestine. It is characterized by abdominal cramping, pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, or alternating bowel habits. As a Gastroenterology specialist in Jodhpur, Dr. Rajendra Bhati utilizes personalized diagnostic screening, gut motility management, and clinical dietary plans (Low FODMAP protocol) to restore digestive comfort.
Common Symptoms
- Abdominal cramping and pain relieved after bowel movement
- Persistent abdominal bloating and excess gas
- Diarrhea-predominant (IBS-D), Constipation-predominant (IBS-C), or Mixed (IBS-M)
- Mucus in the stool
- Unpredictable bowel urgency
Causes & Contributing Factors
Diagnostic Evaluation Procedures
- Comprehensive clinical evaluation & Rome IV criteria assessment
- Selected testing when warning signs or screening needs warrant it; colonoscopy is not routine for every IBS patient
- Celiac disease antibody testing (Anti-tTG)
- Stool routine & occult blood screening
Treatment & Management Protocol
Looking for the Clinical Diet Plan?
Read the nutrition guide and discuss individual needs with your clinician.
When should I see a gastroenterologist?
Seek assessment if symptoms persist, recur, disturb sleep or affect eating and daily activities. Tests and treatment are selected for your history and examination; not everyone needs every test listed above.
Warning signs: seek urgent care
Vomiting blood, black tarry stools, fainting, new confusion, severe persistent abdominal pain, or fever with jaundice require urgent hospital assessment. Do not wait for an appointment response.
Liver care in Jodhpur · Gastroenterology consultationFrequently asked questions
Does IBS mean that my bowel is damaged?
IBS is a disorder of gut–brain interaction with recurrent abdominal pain and altered bowel habits. It does not cause the visible intestinal inflammation of IBD; bleeding or unexplained weight loss should be assessed separately.