Tummy trouble almost 2 months

[Daz81]

I had a sickness and diahorea bug 2 months ago and my stomach hasn't been right since. Stomach very noisy and bloated with constant pain. Excessive gas both ends and burps taste absolutely disgusting. Seem to have 1 day where it seems to ease slightly then its like the cycle starts all over again. I feel like my insides are fermenting. Seems to be 1 day its upper abdominal pain then the next lower, like its working its way through. Blood and stool tests all come back normal. Doctor thinks its IBS and prescribed mebeverine but its doing nothing. I've also tried gluten and lactose free for 2 weeks now but still no improvement. Also started taking probiotics this week to try and regain balance after the initial bug but so far no good. Toilet issues are making work difficult as I'm a coach driver. Don't know what to try next. Doctors don't seem interested. I just feel its more than IBS. Anyone had similar or have any ideas please?

Darren

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If the drug you were prescribed is not working then you need to go back to your doctor. He may want you to see a gastroenterologist

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Hi Daz,

Personally I'd go a little further than Osidge's suggestion, and positively ask to see a gastro.

I was diagnosed with IBD (ulcerative colitis) ten years ago, but over the past three years have developed very similar symptoms to those which you are now experiencing, so I can empathise with what you are living with and going through.

I wish you well and hope you can find a cause and resolution to your problem and regain some degree of normality in your daily routine, especially given your job as a coach driver.

Sincerest good wishes,

Sine