How to Choose the Right IBS Specialist

If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), then you've had to deal with diarrhea, constipation, bloating, and stomach pain. Doctors don't know exactly what causes IBS, and there's no cure to stop it. But treatments can help ease your symptoms.You may choose a dietitian or a gastroenterologist (a doctor who specializes in the digestive tract), or both. Understanding what each does can help you make the best pick.Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)RDNs are dieticians who have advanced degrees and have more training than regular nutritionists. They take continuing education courses and should know the most current information on food and nutrition sciences. If you suspect your diet is to blame for your IBS symptoms, an RDN can help you find relief.They may ask you to keep a food diary to pinpoint the foods that may trigger your symptoms. The diary may help rule out foods that you thought were causing you trouble. RDNs may gradually add fiber to your diet. That may help food move at a...