Irritable Bowel Syndrome Doctors in NYC
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Doctors in NYC
Through the integrative approach, they spend the time necessary to analyze and treat difficult digestive issues that can often be overlooked in today is fast-paced healthcare environment.
At Manhattan Gastroenterology, specialists utilize the latest technological advancements including the state-of-the-art Quintron Breath Analyzer diagnosis of lactose, fructose and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth that has been shown to demonstrate effectiveness in treatment and management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). They also offer a minimally invasive, non-surgical laser hemorrhoid treatment called IRC or infrared coagulation that is safe and effective.
Dr.Khodadadian, a leading NYC gastroenterologist, is currently an attending physician at Lenox Hill Hospital and serves as the Director of Clinical Nutrition. He is also a clinical instructor at NYU Langone Medical Center. As the best-in-class NYC gastroenterologist, Dr. Shawn Khodadadian provides highly personalized and comprehensive care. His philosophy regarding the doctor/patient relationship is based on trust and has earned him one of the most respected reputations in NYC.
For more information about gastroenterology clinic practice or to schedule an appointment. Please contact our Union Square office at 212-378-9983, Manhattan is Upper East Side office at 212-427-8761 or our Gastroenterologist Downtown/Financial District at 646-813-2095.
There is no single treatment for IBS that will work for everyone because there is no known cause of the condition, and it appears to affect different people differently. Many irritable bowel syndrome treatments have been proven to be effective in the past, so our specialists have several options to help you.
Diet and lifestyle changes, such as eliminating gassy foods and beverages, can be part of IBS treatment. Other options include a range of medications. Antibiotics, diarrhea medications, several other newly approved medications, and even antidepressants can sometimes be effective IBS diarrhea treatments.
The goal of pharmacological management is to treat diarrhea or constipation, and patients with IBS-M may require a combination of treatments. Among the therapeutic options for relieving abdominal pain in IBS patients are:
- Antispasmodics
- Peppermint oil
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Citalopram, Escitalopram, Fluoxetine
- Tricyclic antidepressants such as Amitriptyline, Desipramine, Doxepin, etc.
