A NEWBIE

[grocer2]

Hi all ,writing on here for the first time , and looking at the symptom list for IBS, i tick all the boxes, but getting my GP to take me serious and make a diagnosis is an ordeal in itself .(very dismissive) been going through a bout for over two weeks now . the usual toilet problems , bloating , stomach cramps . lower backache, lethargy ,etc etc .any advice on diet etc would be greatly appreciated.

Robert.

[ivesy]

Hey Robert, the low FODMAP dirt has helped a lot of people.

[grocer2 in reply to ivesy]

Thanks will check it out .cheers

[Jane2510 in reply to grocer2]

Try and see what you are eating that triggers the ibs your suffering! Quite a few foods on fodmap are ones I've already found to be a trigger so write a diary of what your eating and drinking - and how they have affected you!! caffeine can be a trigger maybe swap to decaf for a while - it's all very personal to you as yes there are common triggers such as onion and garlic caffeine etc but what one person might not be able to eat another can.

Good luck!!

[grocer2 in reply to Jane2510]

Thank you .have taken your advice on board.