Print This Page     Close Window Consult Request Guidelines for Abdominal Bloating     Abdominal bloating, alt. in bowel habits in pt <40 Suggested Pre-Referral Evaluation and Management Guidelines 1) Dietary history 2) Diet change: avoid caffeine, carbonated beverages, alcohol. Trial of lactose free diet Suggested Additional Test/Management Prior to Specialty Visit 1) TSH 2) CBC, comp. panel Patient Education/Information (includes preps) 1) Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 2) International Foundation For Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) Appointment Timeframe 1 month How to Get Results to Consultant UMHS Patients: See CareWeb External Patients: Hand carry non-UM records and X-ray films to visit Clinic Contact Information Physicians: 800-962-3555 Patients: 734-647-5944 Clinic Location Sites GI Clinic Locations UM Consulting Physician GI Faculty Revised on: 01/27/2011