Soluble fibre

[Sylvie200]

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone here who suffers from ibs, predominantly d, has tried taking soluble fibre as a supplement and if so, did it help? I would like to try it out but worried it could make me worse. Thanks.

[ivesy]

Hi sylvie. I’ve tried psyllium husks in the past and hey did help bulk my stools to some extent. I would say give it a try but start with a small amount and gradually build it up

[Sylvie200 in reply to ivesy]

Thank you, I will give it a try.

[sweetsusie]

I had chronic diarrhea for years, then found a doctor who prescribed Welchol for me. I took 3 tablets twice a day, and it worked like a charm. Very expensive, though, so he has now put me on a drug called "colestipol," and it worked, too! I cannot believe I suffered for so many years with no relief..having to run home from work many times to change my clothes because I didn't make it to the pot. Anyway, might want to ask your doctor for this. He'll tell you it's a drug for cholesterol lowering and also for type II diabetes, but many drugs are used for more than one or two conditions...these 2 are a couple in that class!

[Sylvie200 in reply to sweetsusie]

Thank you, that's very helpful. As it happens I have high cholesterol and Type 2 diabetes so that could work out well for me.

[sweetsusie in reply to Sylvie200]

Perfect, Sylvie200!!!! These meds work almost immediately, too! No waiting for a couple of weeks. I am a very happy camper now!