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aloiamaria commented on the post, Just Trying To Leave The House with IBS 11 hours, 11 minutes ago

Hi Todd, it’s nice to hear from you. I suffer from an illness called collagenous microscopic colitis, which gives the same symptoms as IBS accompagnied by the chronic fatigue symptom. It’s a Real Mess.
Anyhow we have to find the best way to cope with it without stressing ourselves too much.
Wishing everyone on this site all the best. Hope to…

Elizabeth Alvarez liked The Overlap Between Endometriosis and IBS 21 hours, 22 minutes ago

Elizabeth Alvarez posted a new activity comment 21 hours, 30 minutes ago

This is so great to hear. I’m so glad you are better. Sending big hugs your way.

Elizabeth (team member)

tmholland commented on the post, Just Trying To Leave The House with IBS 1 day, 2 hours ago

@aloiamaria,

I think you can see from this article and the comments posted that you are most certainly not alone feeling this way. Do what’s best for you and your happiness. This is a very difficult illness and we have to take care of ourselves. I hope you are doing well today. -Todd, IrritableBowelSyndrome.net Team

Andrea Hardy RD wrote a new article 1 day, 5 hours ago

The Overlap Between Endometriosis and IBS

Endometriosis is a female health condition where endometrial tissue (tissue found inside the uterus) grows outside of the uterus, in …

aloiamaria commented on the post, Just Trying To Leave The House with IBS 1 day, 6 hours ago

I have the same exact problem. It’s very hard to live a normal life. Working has become impossible due to the embarassing situation. I’m thinking of laying off from my job.

Illmom posted a new activity comment 1 day, 18 hours ago

Hi Todd, Thanks for getting back to me. I spent most of last night with my heating pad set low. The less I eat, the better off I am.

Illmom posted a new activity comment 1 day, 18 hours ago

Hi Elizabeth. Today was better. Low heat on my heating pad + the Dicylomine works 80% of the time. Chicken soup helps also. Thanks for responding

Elizabeth Alvarez commented on the post, A Smoothie for My Stomach When Nothing Else Works 1 day, 19 hours ago

Lately I have been having a smoothie in the mornings. It is made of banana, strawberry, avocado, unsweetened coconut yogurt, and almond milk. Its become my go-to.

Elizabeth (team member)

Elizabeth Alvarez commented on the post, Just Trying To Leave The House with IBS 1 day, 19 hours ago

When I worked a 9-5, getting to work on time was almost impossible. I had to purposely wake up early to make time for the bathroom. It was so horrible.

There were times where I would even have to jump out of my morning shower, mid shower, to use the restroom. Sitting on the toilet dripping in water is no fun.

Elizabeth (team member)

Elizabeth Alvarez liked Gastroparesis: What Is Its Connection (If Any) to IBS? 1 day, 19 hours ago

Elizabeth Alvarez commented on the post, When IBS Ruins The Holidays 1 day, 19 hours ago

I can so relate to this!

This holiday season was rough for me. My symptoms were flaring because of the stress and excitement. It was to the point that my symptoms were so bad that I missed half of Christmas due to running to the bathroom so much.

I think you nailed it on the head by saying it’s the stress and the fact that our routine…

ldonne commented on the post, A Smoothie for My Stomach When Nothing Else Works 1 day, 19 hours ago

How much I miss the days I was able to tolerate a strawberry or vanilla milkshake with a good amount of whip cream on top. Definetly miss that. I have found a lactose free yogurt that president choice makes that I’m able to tolerate. I mix frozen banana with tbsp cocoa powder and 3/4 cup yogurt together in blender.

ldonne commented on the post, My IBS Calendar 1 day, 19 hours ago

I to do this @tmholland . Ive actually found it helpful to figure out triggers as well as making sure I’m eating enough. I’ve changed it around this year to make sure I’m getting enough of the required daily servings of fruits, vegetables, meats etc.

Elizabeth Alvarez posted a new activity comment 1 day, 20 hours ago

Oh, I feel your pain. Have you tried juicing celery juice? It took my heart burn away. Also, papya enzymes help a lot and are a better natural alternative to Tums.

Elizabeth (team member)

Elizabeth Alvarez answered a question 1 day, 20 hours ago

Hi @judym

I used to be similar and I went for blood work and turned out I was anemic. Perhaps ask your doc for some blood work?

Elizabeth (team member)

Elizabeth Alvarez posted a new activity comment 1 day, 20 hours ago

This is amazing to hear. I too saw an integrated health doctor and had much success with him. I’m so thankful I reached out.

I wish you continued good health!

Elizabeth (team member)

Elizabeth Alvarez posted a new activity comment 1 day, 20 hours ago

This is great to hear. I use peppermint oil daily. I don’t think I can live without it at this point!

Elizabeth (team member)