IBS-80 Skin Patch Test

IBS-80 skin food and food additive patch testing is a non-invasive, pain-free procedure that detects specific food and food additives that potentially could be triggering a patient’s irritable bowel syndrome. Published research suggests that allergic sensitivities in the intestinal lining may potentially cause symptoms associated with IBS. Through the elimination of allergic reaction-causing foods / food additives from a patient’s diet, IBS symptoms may improve or even potentially be completely clear.

Symptoms:

  • Bloating
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Pain in abdomen
  • Urgent need to defecate
  • Nausea
  • Excessive gas passing
  • Inability to empty bowels

The IBS-80 skin patch aims to reduce or significantly diminish IBS symptoms through the elimination of the triggering foods from the diet. Published studies (with long-term follow-up) have demonstrated that IBS-80 testing improved 60% of patient’s lives, and 30% of patients experienced near or complete symptom relief.

The most common IBS dietary management plan traditionally calls on patients to drastically change their diets through the elimination of big food groups, such as high sugar foods or dairy. While symptoms may improve, it is important to note that these foods could only be a few of many foods that cause a patient’s irritable bowel syndrome.

The IBS-80 skin patch testing removes the need to guess which foods must be avoided, and instead targets specific foods that may be causing a patient’s IBS. The skin patch test requires patients to avoid just the foods singled out by the testing in order to experience relief.

This testing and management of patient’s IBS is done in collaboration with the treating gastroenterologist as well as support from a registered dietician.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation please feel free to contact us at (212) 260-6078 for Gramercy or (212) 964-1295 for Financial District.

Our experienced allergy providers at Schweiger Dermatology Group provide comprehensive allergy care and can create an effective treatment plan personalized just for you. Schedule an appointment today.

About Schweiger Dermatology Group

Founded by Dr. Eric Schweiger in 2010, Schweiger Dermatology Group began as a single office in Midtown Manhattan with a mission to deliver high-quality dermatologic care without long waits. As demand grew, so did the practice. Today we have over 120 locations across 8 states with more than 400 of the nation's leading providers and were ranked as the number one practice nationally in cosmetic and reconstructive care by Castle Connolly. In 2023, we broadened our expertise by integrating allergy care into our services. We remain committed to offering exceptional medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology as well as comprehensive allergy services, ensuring patients receive expert care in a modern, state-of-the art environment.

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