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-M stands for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Mixed. It causes both constipation and diarrhea, which may switch without warning. You can also experience belly pain, gas and bloating. The ICD-10 code for this condition is K58.3.
He discusses your bowel habits, diet, stress levels, and family history to understand your pattern of constipation, diarrhea, pain and bloating.
Checks your abdomen for tenderness, distension, and any signs that might point to other conditions.
Applies the standardized symptom-based guidelines to confirm a diagnosis of IBS-M.
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.
The ICD-10 code for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Mixed is K58.3.
IBS-M causes both constipation and diarrhea. IBS-C is mostly constipation, while IBS-D is mostly diarrhea.
Yes. Stress affects your gut and can make IBS-M symptoms worse.
There is no single test. Dr. Chadha uses your symptom history, Rome IV criteria, and lab results to make a diagnosis.
A low-FODMAP diet combined with soluble fiber often helps manage symptoms.
A colonoscopy is recommended only if you're over 45 or have warning signs such as blood in your stool or unexplained weight loss.
Yes. Certain probiotic strains can support gut health and reduce IBS-M symptoms.
IBS-M is a chronic condition, but with proper diet, lifestyle changes, and treatment, symptoms can be well managed.
Most patients notice improvement within 2�4 weeks, though long-term management may take longer.
Yes. Gentle activities like walking, yoga, or light stretching can help improve gut motility and reduce stress.
