Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Diarrhea
Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Diarrhea
It is really important for people who want to try herbs to go to a trained specialist, says Jonathan Gilbert, who has a diplomate in herbology and acupuncture from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
Going to a registered herbalist, says Gilbert, assures IBS patients that they are receiving the best care for their individual symptoms. "We'll adapt a formula (of herbs) to suit the actual patient," he says. "That will be determined by talking to the patients, looking at their symptoms, and doing a traditional diagnosis."
If you want to try acupuncture or herbs for your IBS symptoms, talk with your doctors first. Some herbs can interact with other medications.
Treating IBS can be frustrating, largely because it's a complex syndrome. Not every treatment works for every person. And your symptoms may change as you are treated for IBS. You may have diarrhea now, suffer from constipation in a few weeks, and then have diarrhea again.
Your best bet? Find a doctor who understands IBS, and work together on your treatment plan, says Waring. Your doctor can help you determine the best course of treatment for you.
Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Diarrhea
In this article
- IBS and Diet
- Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medicines for IBS
- Prescription Drugs for IBS
- Stress Management for IBS
- Alternative Therapy for IBS
- Conclusion
Alternative Therapy for IBS continued...
It is really important for people who want to try herbs to go to a trained specialist, says Jonathan Gilbert, who has a diplomate in herbology and acupuncture from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
Going to a registered herbalist, says Gilbert, assures IBS patients that they are receiving the best care for their individual symptoms. "We'll adapt a formula (of herbs) to suit the actual patient," he says. "That will be determined by talking to the patients, looking at their symptoms, and doing a traditional diagnosis."
If you want to try acupuncture or herbs for your IBS symptoms, talk with your doctors first. Some herbs can interact with other medications.
Conclusion
Treating IBS can be frustrating, largely because it's a complex syndrome. Not every treatment works for every person. And your symptoms may change as you are treated for IBS. You may have diarrhea now, suffer from constipation in a few weeks, and then have diarrhea again.
Your best bet? Find a doctor who understands IBS, and work together on your treatment plan, says Waring. Your doctor can help you determine the best course of treatment for you.
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