Long Suffering
Hi all.
Just thought I would share my experience in the hope it may help some of you.
I have been suffering with IBS for the last 30 year but only been diagnosed in the last year.
Like most of you food has been an enemy, watching what I eat, dreading going out for meals and most of all making sure if and where public convenience are which became priority. This has been my life for 30 years and plays a big part in ALL aspects of life, including relationships.
I love all food so pin pointing peculiar types has been hard and I never seem to come to a conclusion.
Unfortunately CHOCOLATE can be a bit hit and miss.
Doctor couldn't do anything apart from "try over the counter medication"
RESULTS:
I now take.
1 capsule of loperamide 2mg (occasionally 2 but be carful, I ended up with constipation)
1 capsule of peppermint oil 200mg.
Morning /midmorning dose.
My eating habits are now small meals but any foods and I can enjoy a full day without stress and going out for meals.
I still suffer if i over indulge but generally I'm living a normal existence for the first time in years.
Hope this helps or at least put on a path.
Hello,
- Thanks so much for offering this information. It sounds like you found what works best for you. I just want to remind everyone reading this that it's best to talk to a healthcare provider before starting or stopping any treatment, whether it is prescription or over-the-counter. Thanks again for being an active member of our community! -Samantha, IrritableBowelSyndrome.net Team i was diagnosed IBS since three years after i did a colonoscopy and endoscopy. the doctor prescribed me FLUDINUM but after sometimes, i was put on ANTI-DEPRASSANT PAXIL which helped me for 1 year where i stopped all medications but now unfortunately i am back to the pain despite i am on Anti-depressant. don't know what to do?! any advise?
I'm glad you're here to vent and gain support. I would recommend reaching out to your healthcare provider if the current treatment plan is not helping. Rooting for you! - Samantha, IrritableBowelSyndrome.net Team
