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Other conditions with symptoms similar to irritable bowel syndrome
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A number of other problems may cause symptoms similar to those of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), including:
- Abuse of laxatives or antacids.
- Use of sorbitol or other artificial sweeteners.
- Lactose intolerance.
- Inflammatory bowel disease.
- Malabsorption syndrome, such as celiac disease.
- Tumors of the digestive system.
- Problems with the pancreas.
- Parasitic infestation, especially in people who have traveled to areas with poor sanitation.
- Thyroid disease.
- Diverticulitis.
- Diseases of the female reproductive organs, such as endometriosis.
- Gallstones.
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Last Updated:
May 23, 2008- Author:
- Monica Rhodes
- Medical Review:
- Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology
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