A little tip that does seem to work: I have IBS... - IBS Network

IBS Network

48,836 members16,119 posts

A little tip that does seem to work

Vallie profile image
8 Replies

I have IBS-d and a small hiatus hernia. Due to both of these I get heartburn/dyspepsia, particularly at night and first thing in the morning.

Just discovered chewing gum works wonders. Day four of half hour chewing at night - the discomfort and nausea have disappeared. Can't believe it! Wish I could find something that worked like that on my diarrhoea!

Hope this helps someone out there. x

Written by
Vallie profile image
Vallie
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
8 Replies

I find chewing gum gives me heartburn/dyspepsia not takes it away - just shows how different we all are! !

MaggieJemima profile image
MaggieJemima

Gum gives me painful wind

Vallie profile image
Vallie in reply toMaggieJemima

Whoops sorry! Shows what a truly diverse problem IBS is!

ivesy profile image
ivesy

Thats interesting. I suffer with the exact same symptoms as you. The nausea is killing me at the moment. Do you also chew in the morning? Might have to give it a try. Im currently giving sea bands a go. They seem to be helping a little.

Vallie profile image
Vallie in reply toivesy

Chewing one stick at night and one in morning if I need it. It really has worked for me. I am however a bit nervous about my teeth fillings!

Vallie profile image
Vallie in reply toivesy

I'm avoiding peppermint.

hi chewing gum usually contains artifical sugars which are known to cause stomach upsets and diarrhoea.maybe heathf ofood shop has natural sweetner gum.

regards

Graham

Vallie profile image
Vallie in reply tograhamrupertrules

I'm only chewing a couple of sticks a day. But point taken. Will investigate if a more natural one us made.

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Does a flare up settle down?

I have had IBS over many years but with the odd flare up. Since taking semi retirement and now...
keskinny profile image

I seem to be recovering from a recent flare-up of IBS and wanted to share things that have helped!

Hi - I've suffered from IBS for over 10 years. A recent bout of gastroenteritis abroad triggered...
sa45 profile image

Does anyone get upper abdomen pain that radiates through to the back ?

I have been having frequent back pain along with usual upper abdominal pain. This is particularly...
Lastboyscout6 profile image

Feeling trapped! - Does therapy work?

Hi, I'm 21 and have had IBS now for nearly 2 years however I am sure I had symptoms prior to this...
lah95 profile image

cannot seem to tolerate food

been suffering with ibs for years this time last year i was in quite a good place, it seemed to...
Marachel profile image

Moderation team

IBSNetwork profile image
IBSNetworkPartner

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.