Accepting IBS

[Namegoeshere]

After 7 years of denial, I finally accept that I have IBS-D. My stomach isn't needy, dramatic, I have an intestinal condition that causes me extreme pain and bad diarrhoea sometimes for weeks! I am so glad I found this forum, I do not feel so "alone" in this anymore. I wanted so desperately to be healthy, to not have my body fight me, but I guess it isn't all bad to know it really isn't life-threatening, just extremely inconveniencing.

I recently started taking Mebeverine and Acidophillus supplements after a 3-week flare up and I am feeling much better. I hope this streak lasts.

[Linley]

Hi

What tests did your GP give you to diagnose IBS?

[Namegoeshere in reply to Linley]

Hi :), its a bit of an unusual story.

I was diagnosed in 2013 (I'd had the pain and symptoms for 6 years then). I run a barium enema, stool, urine, blood tests. I did an ultra sound too. They were all clean and didn't show any anomalies, so the diagnosis was made from elimination (that's what she said). Thanks for asking.

[Linley in reply to Namegoeshere]

OK that's good, you will find a lot of support on this site so welcome.

I take Mebeverine time release caps when needed they do help. Keep a food diary and see if any foods set you off. Good luck!

[Namegoeshere in reply to Linley]

Thanks Linley. Have you been on Mebeverine for long? When was your diagnosis?

[Linley in reply to Namegoeshere]

20 +years ago only take Meb. Caps. when necessary and my Gastro said I can take Imodium long term if necessary. Keep safe

[EJ59]

Glad you have got control this I find is hard at times but this form is very helpful and as you says makes you feel not so alone take care 😄

[Namegoeshere in reply to EJ59]

Thank you. I hope you're having peaceful days.