Atopic eczema

[Skyline4]

I was diagnosed with IBS C and then SIBO but I do not have slow transit of food from my stomach (imaging using isotope). I try to keep with low FODMAP diet and recently seem to be managing a little better - haven’t used docusate laxative for maybe 6 weeks. Frequently I will have a day of very little food - and drink - because I just can’t manage any, but I’m usually feeling a bit better the next day. Coincidental with this (sort of ) improvement, I have suddenly developed atopic eczema. My GP said it had nothing to do with my gut problem but of course I beg to differ. Anyone else suddenly coming out in red itchy lumps? They aren’t bites and can be anywhere on my body and subside within a few days.

I can’t help wondering what my next delight will be!!

[Edgar77]

I used to get nasty angry spots around my fourhead and neck hair line. So when I was diagnosed with coeliac disease I went straight on to a gluten free diet. The spots disappeared within the week never to return after years. So they can't tell me its nothing to do with my gut.

[LFHell]

My friend had some sort of eczema and went on low histamine diet. There is a test for MCAS now... But yeah on reading the comment below it sounds like you have celiac disease. You should ask for a test.

[Skyline4]

just thought I’d do an update. Gradually my “atopic eczema” abated (it was a series of random itchy red spots over about 2 months, but it disappeared - for the present). Anyway, I have been managing fairly well lately, mostly by being gluten free and low fodmap. Even planned to go away for a few days. Suddenly, however, instead of just the usual unpleasant taste in my mouth, I have a full on taste of strong acid in my mouth and discomfort in my chest, belching etc. I’m back struggling with omeprazol and hoping gaviscon will help too. I can’t seem to fathom why and nothing is helping yet.

That’s the problem with this condition. It flares up in weird ways just when you think you’ve got it cornered!