Functional Bowel Disorders
Learn about symptoms, modern diagnostic methods, and advanced treatment protocols available in China's top medical centers.
Understanding Functional Bowel Disorders
Functional bowel disorders are conditions where the bowel doesn’t function properly, despite appearing normal structurally. The most common example is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which involves abdominal pain and altered bowel habits without visible signs of damage. In our partner clinics in Beijing and Shanghai, we use a multidisciplinary approach involving gastroenterologists, dietitians, and mental health professionals to address both physical and psychological aspects.
Advanced Diagnostics in China
Accurate diagnosis is the first step toward effective treatment. Our hospitals offer:
- Rome Criteria Assessment: Clinical diagnostic criteria.
- Stool Analysis: Ruling out infections and inflammation.
- Colonoscopy: Excluding structural abnormalities.
- Hydrogen Breath Tests: Checking for bacterial overgrowth.
Treatment Options
Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may involve dietary changes, medications, stress management, or an integrative approach combining Western medicine with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to restore digestive harmony and balance gut function.
- Dietary Modifications: Low FODMAP or other specialized diets.
- Medications: Antispasmodics and targeted therapies.
- Stress Management: Cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Integrative TCM: Herbs to regulate bowel function.
