Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

We treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) for patients like you.

Out of our Denver clinic, we create IBS reversal plans on an individual basis, using proactive treatments, non-invasive methods, scientific research, and years of experience reversing IBS in patients just like you!

According to the International Foundation of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders, almost 25% of American adults experience IBS symptoms. (We think that number is higher.)

Unfortunately, conventional doctors and researchers say this syndrome is incurable. What they mean by “incurable” is that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all cure.

Fortunately, the truth is that many root causes can cause the same IBS symptoms; treating your specific root cause should reverse your IBS.

Looking for an IBS doctor near you?

Schedule an appointment with PrimeHealth in Denver, Colorado today to take control of your IBS and whole-body health. You can even book a free consultation to assess if PrimeHealth is right for your unique situation.

What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a large intestine disorder that causes recurring abdominal pain and diarrhea or constipation over at least 6 months. Although conventional doctors say IBS is incurable, the symptoms are not only manageable but reversible in most cases.

We have treated hundreds of IBS patients at our Denver, CO clinic. We have seen with our own eyes the effects of our individualized IBS reversal plans.

IBS is different from IBD (inflammatory bowel disease). IBD affects similar parts of your body, but it is more serious and describes 2 main diseases: ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.

What are the symptoms of IBS? The symptoms of IBS include:

Did you Know?

PrimeHealth members see a
87.5% improvement
in their gut health within just 3 months*.

Listen to our Medical Director discuss IBS & our approach on the Broken Brain Podcast:

What causes IBS?

The causes of IBS symptoms are numerous and may include:
  • Parasites
  • Low vagal tone
  • Histamine intolerance
  • Excessive caffeine
  • Poor hydration
  • Fructose malabsorption
  • Food poisoning
  • Eating too frequently
  • Colon cancer

Risk factors that increase your likelihood for IBS include:

  • Stomach flu (gastroenteritis)
  • Diabetes
  • Younger age
  • Smoking
  • Excessive alcohol use

At PrimeHealth, our IBS specialists look at these possible causes and risk factors and treat what is causing your IBS symptoms. The last thing we want is to mask symptoms with a pharmaceutical Band-Aid like conventional doctors often do. Schedule an appointment before your IBS gets any worse.

Can IBS be reversed?

Yes, IBS can be reversed in most cases if a qualified healthcare provider diagnoses the underlying cause of your IBS and addresses that root cause with an individualized IBS treatment plan.

There is not a one-size-fits-all IBS wellness plan.

The most common IBS triggers are diet problems, daily stress, hormone imbalance, and gut microbiome issues. Yeast infection, parasites, or thyroid dysfunction can also result in irritable bowel syndrome.

We use whatever reversal methods will work for you and your overall health. Though we may use medication when necessary, we try to reverse IBS without side effect-laden pharmaceuticals which may do more harm than good. See what our previous patients have to say:

Lana Fern
Lana Fern
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“Dr. Rafatjah helped me overcome some serious stomach issues using both holistic and western treatments. She’s patient, kind, and talented – highly recommend!”
Peter Sweeney
Peter Sweeney
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“[PrimeHealth’s Dr. Rafatjah] helped me overcome a digestion issue, which had been plaguing me for years, through diet and supplements, allowing me to avoid heavy-duty medications.”
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How can I cure IBS permanently? Gastroenterology experts may aim to mask IBS symptoms to marginally improve quality of life. But integrative healthcare providers and nutritionists aim to permanently cure IBS with diet and lifestyle changes, supplements, and pinpointing the actual root cause of each person’s IBS.

How can our IBS doctors reverse your IBS?

Our specialists in Denver, Colorado’s PrimeHealth medical center help reverse your IBS symptoms by diagnosing what is causing your IBS, then treating that root cause. Diagnosis may include medical history, symptom questionnaire, physical exam, stool tests, organic acids testing, SIBO breath tests, colonoscopy, or endoscopy.

For some, IBS treatment is as simple as stress relief — no joke. For others, all they need is changes to their unique diet and exercise regimen. Others may benefit from targeted supplements or even safe and temporary medication.

IBS treatments include:

Dietary changes

We identify if you have any dietary triggers leading to IBS symptoms in your digestive system. Gluten, dairy, eggs, or nuts are common food allergens. The low-FODMAPS diet is a great diet for individuals with IBS.

Stress relief

We hate to stress this point so much, but chronic stress messes with your holistic health in so many ways. Stress alone can result in IBS symptoms.

Exercise

Regular exercise can prevent IBS and other medical conditions. The government-recommended 30 minutes of cardio/5 days a week is adequate.

Supplements

Depending on your unique situation, we may recommend supplements like probiotics, chasteberry, vitamin D, oil of oregano, or CBD to treat IBS holistically.

Medications

If needed, we aren’t afraid of administering proven IBS medications that come with limited side effects. Rifaximin, antifungals like fluconazole & nystatin, neomycin, and low dose naltrexone are all medicines we’ve prescribed before.

Peptides

Peptides are small strings of amino acids that provide a signal to the body. Examples of medicinal peptides that we use for healing IBS and leaky gut are oral BPC-157 and Larazotide. A prescription is required to obtain peptides from a reliable pharmacy source.

Which kind of doctor should I see for IBS? You should see an integrative doctor to reverse your IBS by identifying and treating the underlying cause. Conventional gastroenterologists mostly prescribe meds to mask symptoms in your gastrointestinal tract, instead of actually addressing the root problem.

Schedule an appointment with PrimeHealth today! We’re located on W 16th Avenue in Lakewood, in the west part of Denver, CO — across from scenic Walker-Branch Park, less than a mile from Sloans Lake.

We always welcome traveling patients* who can’t find a quality integrative doctor in their area.

*Due to changing telehealth regulations, we are only able to offer virtual services to Colorado residents. Out-of-state patients must come to each visit in person.

2 Red Flags To Watch Out For With Your Current Doctor

  1. 🚩If your doctor has not discussed the role of your diet or if they believe diet does not affect your condition, you need a doctor who respects the undeniable impact diet has on your body.
  2. 🚩If you feel something is off, but your doctor has not looked deeper to diagnose the underlying cause, you need a doctor who hears and respects your knowledge.

What happens if you ignore IBS?

You should not ignore IBS — talk to a qualified healthcare provider ASAP. Untreated IBS increases your risk of multiple health conditions:

  • Toxins that build up inside you
  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Immune dysfunction
  • Autoimmune disorders
  • Metabolic syndrome
  • Nutrient malabsorption
  • Osteoporosis
  • Emotional disorders
  • Cognitive decline
  • Lifelong discomfort

Here’s what our happy patients have to say:

Karen J

“After a lifetime of stomach problems, visits to specialists and testing, I had become resigned to the fact that even though I was a physician with access to the best medical care, no one could help me.  Then I met Dr. Rafatjah and began to learn about functional medicine.  Within 4 months of implementing her…

Jules

“Dr. Rafatjah is an incredible and brilliant doctor. I couldn’t recommend her enough. She helped me get to the bottom of my chronic gut issues once and for all, and I feel like a new person.”

Lana Fern

“Dr. Rafatjah helped me overcome some serious stomach issues using both holistic and western treatments.”

Ricardo Aragon

“She had the expertise and knowledge to heal me of chronic digestive issues that were pretty debilitating. Not even my gastroenterologist was able to help me! I highly recommend her.”

Sura Zaatari

“I saw Dr. Rafatjah for a year and had a great healing experience. She helped heal my gut issues that I had been suffering from for years, as well as rebalancing my hormone levels.”

Courtney Kuntz

“A friend recommended Dr. Rafatjah to me because I was looking for a functional medicine doctor to help with my stomach/digestion issues. She is incredibly knowledgable about current research and an excellent problem solver.“

Peter Sweeney

“She helped me overcome a digestion issue, which had been plaguing me for years, through diet and supplements, allowing me to avoid heavy duty medications.”

Jules Hunt

Dr. Rafatjah is an incredible and brilliant doctor. I couldn’t recommend her enough. She helped me get to the bottom of my chronic gut issues once and for all, and I feel like a new person. Thanks to Dr. Rafatjah, I mustered up the courage to finally quit hormonal birth control, which was hindering my…

Peter Sweeney

Soyona was my functional health doctor in NYC for two years. She helped me overcome a digestion issue, which had been plaguing me for years, through diet and supplements, allowing me to avoid heavy duty medications. I found her to be both curious and innovative in her approach to treating me. I highly recommend her.

Rose Marie Carter

Dr. Rafatjah changed my life. My food and lifestyle looked like I was perfectly healthy, but I never felt well. She started with my gut health and worked her way from there. Because she is so thorough she found my mercury levels were high- since seeing her I have my energy back and my skin…

Sura Zaatari

I saw Dr. Rafatjah for a year and had a great healing experience. She’s extremely empathetic and understanding. I loved her holistic approach to tackling issues and her attention to detail. She helped heal gut issues that I had been suffering from for years, as well as rebalancing my hormone levels. I always appreciated that…

Ricardo Aragon

Dr. Rafatjah is one of the best doctors I’ve met. Not only is she kind, supportive, understanding and caring, but also she had the expertise and knowledge to heal me of chronic digestive issues that were pretty debilitating. Not even my gastroenterologist was able to help me! I highly recommend her.

Lana Fern

Dr. Rafatjah helped me overcome some serious stomach issues using both holistic and western treatments. She’s patient, kind, and talented – highly recommend!!

Karen J

Dr. Rafatjah changed my life! After a lifetime of stomach problems, visits to specialists and testing, I had become resigned to the fact that even though I was a physician with access to the best medical care, no one could help me. Then I met Dr. Rafatjah and began to learn about functional medicine. Within…

Jonathan Harries

Dr. Rafatjah’s care and kindness, and ability not just to listen but to really understand what I was experiencing was absolutely wonderful. She helped fix in a matter of weeks what no one had managed to do in two years.

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Learn more about IBS:

At PrimeHealth Denver, we are proud to offer a wide range of treatments and services based on leading research and a whole-body approach. Whether you are struggling with a chronic condition or simply looking to optimize your health, we will work with you to develop a personalized care plan.

Check out these helpful blog posts:

​​Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

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