Referal to gastroentologist

[SammyWill117]

So my doctor has referred me to a gastroentologist following a stool test.

Been having mild cramps, pain and discomfort in my lower left side which doc think may be IBS.

She says my stool results is at around level 6 which is low but wants to to have a gastroentologist to have a look. And also find out what was causing the blood I get sometimes.

What kind of stuff will the gastroentologist do?

Right now, there is no pain, I stopoed taking IBS tablets for a while. I get some falre ups now and tgen, but I feel fine. Is it still best to carry on with the appointment?

She said it will take around 6 to 8 werks before one can see me.

[Linley]

Yes, do go to the Gastro appointment 6/8 weeks it is not a bad waiting time-he/she will probably do a colonoscopy which looks into the colon to see if anything is causing your pain eg inflammation. If anything it will put your mind at rest. Good Luck

[b1b1b1]

Definitely see the gastroenterologist. They may do blood tests, and most likely a colonoscopy.