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IBS and diverticulosis

I have been diagnosed with IBS and diverticulosis! My doctor prescribed dicyclomine, which does not help. I’m in pain every day! I’ve tried different diets...

I have been diagnosed with IBS and diverticulosis! My doctor prescribed dicyclom...

Nancy2022

•2 years ago

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Fybogel (osmotic laxative) vs Laxido/Movicol (osmotic laxative) ?

While dulcolax (bisacodyl) seems to help to keep things moving and prevent wind getting locked in, I can't keep using it and have to switch to something safer...

While dulcolax (bisacodyl) seems to help to keep things moving and prevent wind ...

XDjames

•2 years ago

10 Replies

I have a colonoscopy scheduled for tomorrow at 2pm. they want an Advance Directive, no jewelry, nothing personal. It is for if I die!

Worried!

jbradshaw1

•2 years ago

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Magnesium citrate

Does anyone on here take Magnesium citrate long-term? I started taking it just before Xmas after finding a recommendation on here & it has definitely helped...

Does anyone on here take Magnesium citrate long-term? I started taking it just b...

Moggiedee

•2 years ago

19 Replies

Ibs after sex?

I've had IBS for around 8 years (I'm 28). I didn't have sex with my long term ex boyfriend as birth control didn't agree with me and I'm very diligent about it...

I've had IBS for around 8 years (I'm 28). I didn't have sex with my long term ex...

Cheesecake17

•2 years ago

6 Replies

New symptoms

Hi everyone. I've had IBS forever. Over 30 years. I also have GERD. I started the FODMAP diet over a year ago, sorted out what upsets my stomach and I was...

Hi everyone. I've had IBS forever. Over 30 years. I also have GERD. I started t...

Cornwallgirl

•2 years ago

1 Reply

Is this anxiety induced ?

Hi. I have had IBS 30 years plus . I am ibsd . I am in the middle of a really bad flare up . I suffer from anxiety / low mood and stress , these are my...

Hi. I have had IBS 30 years plus . I am ibsd . I am in the middle of a really ba...

Codfather

•2 years ago

13 Replies

Ibs anxiety and fatigue

Does anyone get really anxious before an ibs attack happens? Mines usually hits in the mornings and I’ll wake up feeling so nervous for no reason and then my...

Does anyone get really anxious before an ibs attack happens? Mines usually hits ...

Hidden

•2 years ago

9 Replies

Stomach cramps

Hi All Just wanted to run something by to see if anyone had the same issues. So I thought it was wheat causing my problems I have cut it out but no matter...

Hi All Just wanted to run something by to see if anyone had the same issues. So...

Bassem1979

•2 years ago

4 Replies

Stomach cramps

Hi All Just wanted to run something by to see if anyone had the same issues. So I thought it was wheat causing my problems I have cut it out but no matter...

Hi All Just wanted to run something by to see if anyone had the same issues. So...

Bassem1979

•2 years ago

5 Replies

Ibs

hi guys, Anyone else get nausea with their Ibs, along side the d and c. I’ve found I’ve lost my appetite because I just feel rubbish. Then I think the nausea...

hi guys, Anyone else get nausea with their Ibs, along side the d and c. I’ve fo...

Babyelxxx

•2 years ago

16 Replies

Can you help support future IBS Research?

Hi all, my husband is supporting me in my search for help with my IBS Symptoms through involvement in a UK wide exercise jointly funded by the GUTS UK Charity...

Hi all, my husband is supporting me in my search for help with my IBS Symptoms t...

Maureen1958

•2 years ago

18 Replies

Overuse of laxatives

Hi Does anyone know if using laxatives daily can cause you not to have a bowel movement ? I have been taking 2 senna now daily for over 2 weeks and my stools...

Hi Does anyone know if using laxatives daily can cause you not to have a bowel ...

Bassem1979

•2 years ago

8 Replies

CAN YOU TAKE 2 MOVICOL SATCHETS IN A HOUR

I have done above and feeling bad

Shopnow1

•2 years ago

4 Replies

IBS and Kidney Stones

Has anyone with IBS had to take Potassium Citrate mixture to try and prevent further production of Kidney Stones. It is known for upset Stomach and D. I...

Has anyone with IBS had to take Potassium Citrate mixture to try and prevent fur...

Will1234

•2 years ago

6 Replies

Hiatus hernia surgery making Ibs worse?

Hello everyone I'm led at home after giant hiatus hernia open repair which has sent my ibs crazy I can't even handle a glass of wine now I get bloated then...

Hello everyone I'm led at home after giant hiatus hernia open repair which has s...

Soretel1970

•2 years ago

5 Replies

Inflammation problems

Does anyone suffering from IBS have problems like chronic pain, soreness, and awful inflammation in there rectrum, I have tried every cream going but nothing...

Does anyone suffering from IBS have problems like chronic pain, soreness, and aw...

Lamly

•2 years ago

7 Replies

IBS Symptoms?

Hi, I started with acid reflux and upset stomach around five months ago, which has steadily persisted. Doctor gave me omeprazole which gave me migraines and...

Hi, I started with acid reflux and upset stomach around five months ago, which h...

Carterusm49

•2 years ago

9 Replies

suffering from IBS

Hi. I'm a new here , I'm suffering from IBS long years ago. i have nausea ,dizziness, pain in my stomach and intestine ,alternating diarrhoea and...

Hi. I'm a new here , I'm suffering from IBS long years ago. i have nausea ,...

Raneena

•2 years ago

6 Replies

Has anyone had testing for histamine intolerance or mast cell activation?

I know that as soon as we present certain symptoms and the regular tests like stool sample, upper GI scope, colonoscopy , stomach scan, etc. show nothing the...

I know that as soon as we present certain symptoms and the regular tests like st...

Pumpkin2009

•2 years ago

2 Replies

mimosa pudica

Has anybody else tried Mimosa Pudica seeds? I took them for 6 weeks and they really helped me. I know you can never tell with IBS but it’s been 5 months now...

Has anybody else tried Mimosa Pudica seeds? I took them for 6 weeks and they rea...

Laineylady

•2 years ago

7 Replies

Has anyone tried Nortriptyline or Amitriptyline?

24 years with this condition and I am close to rock bottom. The last 5 or so years, since hitting my mid 40’s have been awful with virtually daily symptoms....

24 years with this condition and I am close to rock bottom. The last 5 or so yea...

rustydog

•2 years ago

26 Replies

So depressed

Basically I stink, (like I’ve passed wind)I have been to numerous doctors private and NHS, they think I probably have IBS but, no diagnosis or help. I shower...

Basically I stink, (like I’ve passed wind)I have been to numerous doctors privat...

Hg33

•2 years ago

14 Replies

Undiagnosed 10+ years, any advice/tips?

Hi Everyone I’m writing to see if anyone can shed any light on what could be going on internally. I’ve been suffering for 10+ years and still undiagnosed...

Hi Everyone I’m writing to see if anyone can shed any light on what could be go...

Nik222

•2 years ago

8 Replies

Please help, diarrhoea, lump in chest and back, stomach pains after food.

I’m in desperate need of help or advice. I have been having loose stools for the last 5 weeks, every morning I go the same, it smells bad and is pale in colour...

I’m in desperate need of help or advice. I have been having loose stools for the...

Hidden

•2 years ago

7 Replies

Gurgling stomach

Has anyone any cures or advice for rumbling noisy stomach? I don’t have any other IBS symptoms and GP recommends peppermint tea. It happens most evenings after...

Has anyone any cures or advice for rumbling noisy stomach? I don’t have any othe...

Smile60

•2 years ago

15 Replies

Gluten intolerance test

Hi, I think I am gluten intolerant and over the past few days have cut it out completely and my symptoms have improved a lot. I’ve ordered a blood test online...

Hi, I think I am gluten intolerant and over the past few days have cut it out c...

Bantha

•2 years ago

8 Replies

can it take months to clear a loaded bowel

I have been taking movicol for two months now ( different amounts ) going numerous times bit still feel impacted

I have been taking movicol for two months now ( different amounts ) going numero...

Shopnow1

•2 years ago

25 Replies

Newly diagnosed severe IBS

Hi Everyone, I am new here and recently diagnosed with severe IBS after several different tests, I am in agony most of the time and compared to Childbirth...

Hi Everyone, I am new here and recently diagnosed with severe IBS after several ...

Mummy09

•2 years ago

4 Replies

Has anyone had a HIDA scan on their gallbladder?

Hi there, I had a HIDA scan on my gallbladder on Monday. They give you an injection of radioactive dye and scan you for an hour. Apparently you pee and poop...

Hi there, I had a HIDA scan on my gallbladder on Monday. They give you an inject...

weegmack

•2 years ago

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All posts for February 2022

IBS and diverticulosis

Fybogel (osmotic laxative) vs Laxido/Movicol (osmotic laxative) ?

I have a colonoscopy scheduled for tomorrow at 2pm. they want an Advance Directive, no jewelry, nothing personal. It is for if I die!

Magnesium citrate

Ibs after sex?

New symptoms

Is this anxiety induced ?

Ibs anxiety and fatigue

Stomach cramps

Stomach cramps

Ibs

Can you help support future IBS Research?

Overuse of laxatives

CAN YOU TAKE 2 MOVICOL SATCHETS IN A HOUR

IBS and Kidney Stones

Hiatus hernia surgery making Ibs worse?

Inflammation problems

IBS Symptoms?

suffering from IBS

Has anyone had testing for histamine intolerance or mast cell activation?

mimosa pudica

Has anyone tried Nortriptyline or Amitriptyline?

So depressed

Undiagnosed 10+ years, any advice/tips?

Please help, diarrhoea, lump in chest and back, stomach pains after food.

Gurgling stomach

Gluten intolerance test

can it take months to clear a loaded bowel

Newly diagnosed severe IBS

Has anyone had a HIDA scan on their gallbladder?

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What in particular about IBS causes you to be anxious?

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