COMMON FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
A common functional disorder of the digestive system causing abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and altered bowel habits — diarrhoea, constipation, or both — without any underlying structural disease.
ABOUT THIS CONDITION
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic functional gastrointestinal disorder where the bowel looks normal but does not work normally. It causes recurrent abdominal pain or discomfort, bloating, and changes in bowel habits — diarrhoea, constipation, or both. Unlike inflammatory bowel disease, IBS does not damage the bowel and does not increase cancer risk, but it can significantly affect daily life. As a trusted female proctologist in Hyderabad, Dr. Tejasree Vengala provides sensitive, structured care for IBS at Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad.
SIGNS TO WATCH
Common Symptoms
Symptoms that need attention
WHY IT HAPPENS
Causes & Risk Factors
- Disturbance in gut–brain communication and bowel motility
- Increased sensitivity of the intestines to food, gas, or stool
- Stress, anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances
- Past gut infection (post-infectious IBS)
- Imbalance of gut bacteria and food intolerances
- Hormonal changes — more common in women, especially around menstruation
CLINICAL DETAILS
KeyFacts
IBS-D (diarrhoea predominant), IBS-C (constipation predominant), IBS-M (mixed).
Based on Rome IV criteria after ruling out structural disease through clinical evaluation.
Blood tests, stool tests, and colonoscopy may be done to rule out IBD, infection, or coeliac disease.
Multi-modal — diet, lifestyle, stress management, medication, and gut-directed therapies.
Treated by Dr. Tejasree, a female proctologist offering private, sensitive consultations.
Available at Lux Hospitals, Hitech City, Hyderabad.
HOW WE TREAT IT
Treatment Approach
Personalised, Multi-Modal IBS Care
Dr. Tejasree Vengala takes a structured, multi-modal approach to IBS — combining careful diagnosis, personalised dietary guidance (including low-FODMAP plans where suitable), stress and lifestyle counselling, and targeted medication. The goal is symptom control, restoring confidence, and improving long-term quality of life without unnecessary investigations or surgery.
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Consultation & Assessment
Dr. Tejasree takes a detailed history of bowel habits, diet, stress, and triggers. A clinical examination and Rome IV criteria help confirm the diagnosis.
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Investigations to Rule Out Other Causes
Blood tests, stool tests, and colonoscopy if needed are advised to confidently rule out inflammatory bowel disease, infection, or other structural causes.
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Personalised Treatment Plan
A tailored plan combines dietary modifications, lifestyle and stress management, and selective medications based on the IBS subtype and symptom pattern.
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Follow-up & Long-Term Support
Structured follow-up visits track symptom improvement and adjust treatment, with focus on sustainable lifestyle change rather than long-term medication dependence.
AVAILABLE TREATMENTS
Treatment Options
Dietary Modification
Personalised dietary plans including low-FODMAP guidance, fibre adjustment, and identifying trigger foods through structured elimination.
Lifestyle & Stress Management
Sleep hygiene, regular exercise, mindfulness, and stress-reduction techniques to address the gut–brain connection central to IBS.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
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