Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a common digestive condition that affects the large intestine. It can cause belly pain, gas and bloating, and changes in how you go to the bathroom. You may also hear it called spastic colon or irritable colon.
Dr. Chadha begins by discussing your symptoms, stressors, diet patterns, family history of IBS, and-if applicable-hormonal changes related to your menstrual cycle.
A thorough abdominal exam checks for tenderness, bloating, or any unusual masses, helping to rule out other causes of your discomfort.
Blood and stool analyses screen for infections, inflammation, celiac disease, and other gastrointestinal disorders.
Using the Rome IV symptom checklist, Dr. Chadha confirms an IBS diagnosis based on recurrent abdominal pain, changes in stool frequency or form, and relief after bowel movements.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
IBS is a gut condition that causes pain, bloating, and changes in bathroom habits.
No. It's not life-threatening but can affect daily life.
Common triggers are stress, hormones, and certain foods.
Yes, but symptoms can come and go.
Yes. Stress can make gut nerves more active.
High-FODMAP foods like garlic, onions, and certain fruits.
Soluble fiber can help. Insoluble fiber may cause more symptoms.
Yes. Blood and stool tests help rule out other issues. Rome IV criteria confirm IBS.
Yes. IBS can happen at any age.
No. Most people don-t need surgery for IBS.
