“What changes should patient's make once diagnosed with irritable bowel disease?”
My father has chronic IBD and barely has changed his diet since his diagnosis. What other changes should he make to help manage IBD?
3 Answers
The correct name is IBS, irritable bowel syndrome. The diet changes depend on the type of IBS he has. IBS is usually split into categories or either diarrhea- or constipation-predominant, so the diet changes might be made to prevent the main symptom: fiber and fruits to reduce constipation; fewer carbohydrates to reduce diarrhea. See a dietician for detailed advice.
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Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS and inflammatory bowel disease or IBD are two entirely different conditions. Your dad should see his Gastroenterologist who will be able to explain this in more detail. Please have your dad follow up with his Gastroenterologist.
