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What is the difference between IBS and IBD?

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert 2 Comments

What is the difference between IBS and IBD? Do you know?

You should do! Whilst these two conditions sound similar in name, they are very different. It is good to have an understanding of the difference to make sure your condition is managed safely.

In this post I will outline the difference between IBS and IBD. I will also explain how IBD is diagnosed and managed.

The difference between IBS and IBD

Table of Contents

  • What Is IBS?
  • What Is IBD?
  • What Are the Symptoms of IBD?
  • IBS vs IBD
  • Why Do I have IBD?
  • How Do you Get Diagnosed with IBS vs IBD?
  • Which Diets Are Best For IBD?
  • Will The low FODMAP Diet Help My IBD?
  • Can You Have IBS and IBD?
  • Summary

What Is IBS?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional bowel disorder (1). This means that the gut does not function correctly.

You may be surprised to know that IBS is quite a common condition with 1 in 10 people thought to be affected (2).

The symptoms of IBS include stomach pain or discomfort with a change in bowel habit. If you have IBS, then you may suffer with constipation, loose stools or a mixture of both.

Researchers are not entire sure what causes IBS but it is thought that genetics, infection and stress are linked (2, 3).

There is sadly no known cure for IBS. However, treatments such as the low FODMAP diet, probiotics and fibre manipulations have been shown to help manage symptoms (4, 5).

What Is IBD?

Inflammatory bowel disease is an umbrella term used to describe two conditions: Chronโ€™s disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

Chronโ€™s disease: this condition is caused when your body wrongly seeโ€™s harmless bacteria as a threat. This results in an immune response and inflammation anywhere in your GI tract (6).

Ulcerative colitis: if you have ulcerative colitis then this is similar to Chronโ€™s. The difference being that only your colon is affected and ulcers are formed (7).

If you have IBD, you will go through phases of remission and active disease. During a remission your bowel will not be inflamed.

There is sadly no cure for IBD. However, the correct medications and a healthier lifestyle can help to keep in you in remission.

What Are the Symptoms of IBD?

The symptoms of IBD vary from person to person. Many of the symptoms are similar to IBS and this is why you can not rely on symptom history alone to diagnose these conditions.

Typical IBD symptoms you may find include (8);

  • Stomach pain
  • Blood in stools
  • Mucous in stools
  • Diarrhoea
  • Weight loss
  • Anaemia

IBS vs IBD

FactIBSIBD
Affects the gastrointestinal tractYesYes
Functional bowel disorderYesNo
Inflammatory bowel disorderNoYes
Life-long conditionYesYes
Blood in stoolsNoYes
Causes of nutritional deficienciesNoYes
Causes of weight lossNoYes

Why Do I have IBD?

Researchers do not yet know for certain why some people get inflammatory bowel disease. There are have been many studies trying to look for links.

The following areas have be found to be linked (9, 10);

  • Low vitamin D levels
  • Impaired sleep
  • Dietary fibre
  • Saturated fats
  • Depression
  • Air pollution
  • Breast feeding
  • Antibiotic exposure
  • Alteration in gut bacteria levels
  • Genetics

How Do you Get Diagnosed with IBS vs IBD?

As you know, it is really important to get a formal diagnosis if you are having any digestive symptoms.

Diagnosing IBD and IBS actually start off in the same way.

Firstly, you need to visit your family medicine doctor (GP) who will run some routine checks and take a history. You can read about this here.ย 

If any of your tests come back positive at this stage your doctor will refer you to a GI specialist.

To get an IBD diagnosis you will require a colonoscopy.

Which Diets Are Best For IBD?

Which diet you need to follow will depend on what stage you are at.

If you are in remission then you will just need to follow a general healthy diet. There is no need for a โ€˜special dietโ€™ at this stage.

If you are having an IBD flare up, then you have a couple of dietary options;

  1. A fortified diet to ensure you are meeting your nutritional requirements. When you are having an IBD flare up, both you calorie and protein requirements increase.
  2. An elemental diet (for Chronโ€™s Disease). This diet is a liquid diet which is broken down into small particles that are easy for your gut to digest.

The evidence isnโ€™t clear as to how affective elemental diets actually are so I would suggest you allow your dietitian to assess you and weigh out the risks vs benefits (11, 12).

Also note that during a flare up your protein requirements will increase. You should aim for around 1.2-1.5g / kg / day of protein (12).

You may need additional calcium supplements. There is an increased risk of osteoporosis in those who have IBD. Speak to your dietitian for specific guidance on this (12).

When you have IBD your bowel is not able to absorb all nutrients affectively. Therefore, it is advertised that you have your micronutrient levels such as vitamin D and iron checked regularly (12).

If you are struggling with your appetite or have noticed unplanned weight loss, please tell your doctor or dietitian ASAP.

Will The low FODMAP Diet Help My IBD?

The low FODMAP diet is a diet which is low in fermentable carbohydrates. This diet is normally used for people with IBS.

Interestingly, this diet also works for those with IBD!

Research has shown that in those in remission or mild to moderate disease, the low FODMAP diet reduces symptoms (13).

Just be careful that you only stay on the diet for a maximum of 6 weeks before introducing. You should also note that is not useful if you are in an acute flare up phase.

Can You Have IBS and IBD?

Sadly, having one of these conditions does not exclude you from being able to have the other.

You may even be at a higher risk of having IBS if you gut has become disrupted as a result of IBD.

Often my clients find that even when they are in remission with IBD, they still have symptoms. The symptoms are caused by IBS and this is what we go on to manage.

Summary

Whilst some of the symptoms of IBS and IBD and similar, the conditions are entirely different.

It is important to get an accurate diagnosis so your condition can be treated affectively.

Diet plays a huge role in both IBD and IBD. Sometimes dietary changes are complicated and you will need the help of a registered dietitian to aid you.

Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert

Kirsten Jackson is a UK registered Consultant Gastroenterology Dietitian and founder of The Food Treatment Clinic. She has undergone many qualifications to get where she is today, including a UK BSc Honours Degree in Dietetics and Post-Graduate Certificate in Advanced Dietetics. In addition to this, she has FODMAP Training from Kings College London University. Kirsten set up The Food Treatment Clinic in 2015 after first experiencing digestive problems herself. She felt that the NHS was unable to provide the support individuals needed and went on to specialise in this area before opening a bespoke IBS service. Kirsten also participates in charity work as an Expert Advisor for the IBS Network. In addition, she can be seen in publications such as Cosmopolitan and The Telegraph discussing IBS as an Official Media Spokesperson to the IBS Network.

Filed Under: Treatments, Testing and Diagnosis Tagged With: alternative diagnosis, IBD

About Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert

Kirsten Jackson is a UK registered Consultant Gastroenterology Dietitian and founder of The Food Treatment Clinic. She has undergone many qualifications to get where she is today, including a UK BSc Honours Degree in Dietetics and Post-Graduate Certificate in Advanced Dietetics. In addition to this, she has FODMAP Training from Kings College London University. Kirsten set up The Food Treatment Clinic in 2015 after first experiencing digestive problems herself. She felt that the NHS was unable to provide the support individuals needed and went on to specialise in this area before opening a bespoke IBS service. Kirsten also participates in charity work as an Expert Advisor for the IBS Network. In addition, she can be seen in publications such as Cosmopolitan and The Telegraph discussing IBS as an Official Media Spokesperson to the IBS Network.

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    I have IBS and drastically delayed digestion. Also, I had H Pilorie for a while.

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      I a m sorry to hear this! Have a look at the posts on this site and membership program. We can get you help ๐Ÿ™‚

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๐Ÿ˜ญ I think this post emphasises the point that NOT EVERY DISABILITY IS VISIBLE. As IBS sufferers we often hide our pain in silence day in day out, hoping nobody notices or asks questions. When people ask how weโ€™re doing, we do the polite thing and reply with โ€œIโ€™m fineโ€. Leaving the burden of IBS to be dealt with aloneโ€ฆโ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐Ÿค” But what about instead of struggling alone in silence, you embody the Take Control Method whereby you prioritise emotional support. Open up to a friend, a colleague or a loved one - problem shared is a problem halved. โค๏ธโ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐ŸŽ‰ ๐ŸŽ‰ Fed up of trying everything you can but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE IBS morning routine guide! Link in bio.โ €โ €โ €โ €โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐Ÿ’ฉ๐Ÿ’ฉ Check out my new gut health advice in the ๐Ÿ’ฉ๐Ÿ’ฉ Check out my new gut health advice in the @guardian

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๐Ÿ˜ญ Do you feel like you've lost the previous you? You're trying to shove your symptoms & feelings under the rug. This takes a toll on not only your physical but also your mental health.โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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Your feelings ARE validated. Being open about your feelings instead of hiding them can allow you to receive the support you need. By taking this approach, you won't have to fight this battle alone โค๏ธโ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐ŸŽ‰ Fed up trying everything you can, but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE morning routine guide! Link in bio. โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐Ÿ’ฉ๐Ÿ’ฉ 30% of people in this study who were diag ๐Ÿ’ฉ๐Ÿ’ฉ 30% of people in this study who were diagnosed with IBS-D were found to have bile salt malabsorption.

๐Ÿค“ Bile salts are needed in digestion to break down fats. After the salts have been used they are recycled and when this process is broken you can end up with inadequate amounts of bile acid available. This means that your dietary fat is unable to be broken down and you can end up with loose stools.

โžก๏ธ If you have watery stools 3 or more times a day and have IBS please mention this to your doctor ๐Ÿ™.

๐Ÿ“š DOI: 10.1111/apt.13227

#theibsdietitian #irritablebowelsyndrome
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๐Ÿค” Endometriosis is when the lining of the uterus is found in other areas of the body. Many IBS symptoms are also symptoms of endometriosis, so it often is misdiagnosed as IBS. Unfortunately, many women wait 7-10 years before a diagnosis.

๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ Interestingly, following the low FODMAP diet for 4 weeks showed a 50% improvement of symptoms in 72% of women who suffer from endometriosis. However, please consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis and a dietitian before following a restrictive diet!

๐ŸฉธALWAYS mention any unusual period-related symptoms to your doctor!

#endometriosis #endometriosisawareness #endometriosisawarenessmonth #ibsawareness #pain #menstrual #menstrualcycle #periods #ibs #bodypositivity #ibsdiet #guthealth #ibsfood #guthealth #lowfodmapdiet #guthealthy #guthealing #guthealthdiet #guthealthiskey #gutmicrobes #gutscience #dietitian
๐Ÿ˜ญ Can you relate? Comment below ๐Ÿ‘‡ โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐Ÿ˜ข Having IBS can really take a toll on your mental health. In turn your IBS can cause anxiety and your anxiety can then cause IBS symptoms leading to a viscous cycle. Your fears are REAL and they are VALID and they can be really debilitating! IBS can impact so many aspects of your life big and small! โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐Ÿค” But what if you no longer had to deal with any of these fears and could get your symptoms under control! Instead of continuing with these behaviours adopt the take control method of social support and open up about your IBS to someone!โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐ŸŽ‰ Fed up of trying everything you can but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE morning routine guide! Link in bio. โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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#ibs #ibsdietitian #guthealth #irrtablebowelsyndorme #guthealth #lowfodmapdiet #guthealth #healthygut
Do you suffer from bloating? โค๏ธ SAVE THIS CHEC Do you suffer from bloating? โค๏ธ SAVE THIS CHECKLIST โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
Bloating can impact our daily lives - lower our self-esteem as we look like 9 months pregnant and trying to find loose clothing to wear ๐Ÿ˜ซ

๐Ÿ’จ Wouldnโ€™t it be amazing if we could beat the bloat? These 8 tips are based on the Take Control approach, which can help you to lessen the bloat and ultimately let you achieve symptom relief ๐Ÿ˜ฎโ€๐Ÿ’จ

๐ŸŽ‰ Tired of advice that just doesn't work? Download my FREE IBS morning routine! Link in bio.โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹

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๐Ÿ˜ฅ IBS has widespread implications on our overall health and well-being and it can feel like a never ending battle.โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐Ÿ˜Š Our gut health plays a big role in our overall health and well! The Take Control Method focuses on all aspects of well-being not just nutrition! โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Sleep, movement and mental health optimisation are just as important!โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹ This this can help you achieve that ultimate symptom relieve! โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘Fed up of trying everything you can but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE IBS morning guide! Link in bio.โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹
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๐Ÿ’ฉ What movement are you planning today? Comment ๐Ÿ’ฉ What movement are you planning today? Comment below๐Ÿ‘‡

โžก๏ธ Did you know that regular movement has been proven by research to improve IBS symptoms?

โžก๏ธ I use the term 'movement' in my Take Control method because we have already built up so many negative emotions and ideas around 'exercise.'

๐Ÿ’ฉ Movement should be daily and can be anything from an HIIT class to simple stretches.

โžก๏ธโžก๏ธโžก๏ธ For more tips like this one, check out my FREE IBS morning routine guide (link in the bio) 

#theibsdietitian #lowfodmapdiet #irritablebowelsyndrome
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