I don’t feel clean

[BlueDevon]

Having ibs is a life changer.It controls my day,my whole life.I never know how the day will start or finish. To me the worst part is not feeling clean.

Sometimes after a bowel movement it’s so hard to wipe and get clean.So I have a shower.But as the day goes on I feel itchy and dirty so I have another shower and then it becomes like an obsession.Ive even had talking therapies which did help at the time but it never really goes away.

When I’m working all I can think about is getting home and getting in the shower.Thats how most of my days are.Anyone feel like me?x

[b1b1b1]

This seems to me more like obsessive behavior and is a psychological problem, in my opinion. It doesn't seem related to IBS, as surely one or two showers a day is adequate. I would talk to a psychiatrist about this. You could also get a bidet.

[Scottiedoglady]

I also have problems with getting clean after several loose motions. Now use the moist wipe toilet paper on those occasions although I realise they are not particularly eco etc. Then don’t need numerous showers and can push on with my day. I was really worried about leakage and some bleeding but recent colonoscopy was normal so just a problem with the IBS.

[Winke]

I now the feelings i have had my prblems for over 62 years it started when i was 20i had a bursr ulcer in my stomach and had problems ever since .but as my granny used to say to me there is always some poor bugger worse off then you

[E3178]

I had a bidet installed. Best thing I did.

[Readmeastory]

I have this problem and convinced I smell but . I use moist wipes . But I’ve bought eco friendly wipes for babies like a face cloth but smaller . I use them . Then I soak them in some soap powder. In a small lidded tub . Then just wash them with the towels . But I suffer from overflow caused by constipation . And then the loose stools. I always carry the moist wet ones with me so when I’m out I can use them . I’m fortunate that I’m retired soon work issues .

[Viklou]

Sadly I think you're displaying some kind of obsessive behaviour. One shower is adequate and wet wipes are great in emergencies unless you do soil yourself.

[Loolops]

I bought a bidet that you put under toilet pan fill with warm water and use whatever you want to wash yourself 😀

[BlueDevon in reply to Loolops]

Thanks for replying yes I have heard of these I am thinking of getting one.x

[FRreedman]

I have purchased a "portable" bidet. (basically, a tube with a button and bowl)- fill the bowl with warm water aim the tube to where you need it and press the button - hey presto, a bidet for about £10 which can be used anywhere. I know exactly how you feel, and I don't think it is OCD, because there is a very good actual reason for your behaviour. Try this out and let me know how it goes. In the meantime keep well and keep safe.

[BlueDevon in reply to FRreedman]

Thank you for your advice,My sister in law has bought one of these I think I will give it a try.In the end you get desperate and will try anything.I’m so touched that you took the time to reply.Thank you.x