Having a bad day

[3443Ness]

How come when u plan to go out for the day ur stomach always plays up. I have been constapated for weeks so decided to go shopping and have afew hours out but oh no the dreaded diarrhoea decided to start this morning so I have had a day in pain and depressed 😔 even the Imodium didn't help today wish I could just plan q day out without having to change it. Sorry for the rant but just so fed up

[Cat68]

Hi I'm struggling as well I've only been suffering with symptoms for a few months but finding it so frustrating not knowing how my stomach is going to feel one minute to the next! How long have you been having problems x

[3443Ness in reply to Cat68]

I've had IBS D for 28years and have managed pretty well until January this year when I started with a bad flare up and it's been like it every day since January now. I've had loads of test and all come back normal now waiting to see gastroenterologist. R u suffering from IBS D or IBS C I have always been D but lately have been between D and C which is a new 1 for me.

[Cat68 in reply to 3443Ness]

Haven't been properly diagnosed got an appointment with gastroenterologist in few weeks but seem to be bit of both.. feel like I've become obsessed about my bowel movements but good to know you've had this for long time and have managed it. Hope you had a good day xx

[3443Ness in reply to Cat68]

Yes u do get obsessed with ur bowl movements even after all these years I still am. Hope you get some answers when u see the gastroenterologist and the help u need. Yes I've had it for years and have managed pretty well until this year I would of said I'd of had the odd few bad flares every year but nothing like the 1 I've had since January this year I had COVID-19 in November really bad and was off my feet for afew months then I started with my flare up and it's been constant now for 9months the only difference is over the last month I have gone from IBS D to a mix of both and got middle back pain which I have never had before I've always been IBS D and stomach cramps. Good luck with your appointment let us know how u get on

[Cat68 in reply to 3443Ness]

Yes I have the middle back pain as well hope gets better for you soon x

[3443Ness in reply to Cat68]

My middle back pain feels like it's in my spine seen GP was given pain relief and refered to physio

[BabsyWabsy]

Sometimes this happens to me, especially if I have the slightest apprehension about where I am going. My head thinks it is OK, but my gut knows differently. I take loperamide the night before and in the morning. Once I am underway, it is OK because my mind is distracted with soemthing else to think about.

[Poorlypatient in reply to BabsyWabsy]

I am exactly the same.Am fine in the days leading up to day out but tummy starts playing up the morning I am going and I end up taking Imodium.Feel sure it is all down to anxiety.

[3443Ness in reply to Poorlypatient]

I am going to attempt to go shopping today upto now stomach ok had 6 Imodium yesterday so hope that helps today fingers 🤞 it's a pain having to change plans all the time

[Poorlypatient in reply to 3443Ness]

Yes I agree.I am meeting my daughter lunch time and have taken 2 Imodium , I hate letting people down all the time.Hope you enjoy your shopping trip.

[3443Ness in reply to Poorlypatient]

Enjoy ur day with ur daughter I'm not meeting anyone today so if I don't get out I'm only letting myself down but upto now all good

[3443Ness in reply to BabsyWabsy]

I took Imodium but didn't work until later on that night after taking 6tablets it finally helped

[Trec]

I always try to make sure that I can cancel if I’m going anywhere which involves other people. The pressure of not wanting to let others down is a definite worry with the result that I rarely plan anything before the day which of course means I rarely go anywhere! Even a basic shopping trip can involve a sudden dash to the loo even though it will have been days since I last went. Yes, anxiety, even if you’re unaware of it, can influence IBS and it can ruin your life especially your social one!

[3443Ness in reply to Trec]

Well u have got out the door this morning so far so good I'm going into the town to do some Christmas shopping I now it's still early to be thinking of Christmas shopping but I get to stressed nearer the time so find it easier to do abit early then there is no pressure on me

[Kazzacrazy]

Oh no I'm sorry to hear this lovely what a nightmare for you.....do you think it could have been because of the anxiety of what could happen ? Not to long to wait now for your appointment sending gentle hugs xx

[3443Ness in reply to Kazzacrazy]

Hi hope you are ok I've had a better day today managed to get out and do abit of shopping got afew things for Christmas presents. Yes I think it could be the anxiety as I had planned to go yesterday but I decided this morning to go and I've been ok but could of been the 6 Imodium I took yesterday that has kept the dreaded D away. It's been such a lovely day and I even went and visited my parents but I am back to work tomorrow. Yes it's not long now until my appointment still struggling with the middle back pain but been given codeine phosphate from GP but doesn't seem to have worked yet as still in pain on spine. Lovely to hear from you will let u know what they say when I have been to see them take care xx

[Notsettled]

I have noticed that my nerves and my attitude affect this illness. If I have a bad day I need to think about what is going on in my life that day and sort it out. Of course, there are days where there is just no explanation, but keeping myself calm and happy has become a priority for me.

[Ruthy1960]

Hi, Oh I totally know what you mean and you're not alone. I'm having a bad morning, was going for a coffee, decaf obviously with my hubby this morning. Woke up feeling crap, burning tummy and churning pains. Back in bed with hot water bottle. My only consolation is seeing gastro consultant on Friday. Had this all my adult life and I'm 62 now! Hang on in there and you're not alone. 😊 x