Does dehydration make IBS symptoms worse?I haven’t been diagnosed with IBS yet. I have all the symptoms but have just been referred to GI specialist. I have diarrhea nearly every day and feel nauseous. I...reactions4replies
competent GI practitioner in MinnesotaHello. I’m 37 years old and have had GI discomfort for over 10 years. I’ve tried multiple different diets and recently visited a GI doctor who ran some expensive tests...reactions2replies
2 antispasmodics at same time?Is it normal to be put on 2 different antispasmodic meds at the same time? I've been on Mebeverine for about a month and I don't feel any benefit so...reactions1reply
Does anyone else find the recurring and repetitive ads for Xifaxan a little off-putting?reactions1reply
Bloating IBS-CDoes anyone know what our intestines and colon are undergoing when we are bloated? Is it inflammation? Flatulence? Irritation? I am just curious for a biological reason for the bloat?...reactions5replies
IBS-C Newly Diagnosed and Full of QuestionsHi Forum, I've been recently diagnosed with IBS-C. I've read a lot about it on the internet, and while the diagnosis seems to fit, I have some questions about the...reactions2replies
Desperate. Need suggestions.Metamucil, Olestyr, Dexilant, Align after the usual tests, including colonoscopy OK for a week but now zero effect. Supplementing with Immodium 8x a day. GPs don't know. Respirologist, gastroenterologist agree...reactions5replies
New to the Forum, and constantly in fearHello, I am new on this site, and the Forum. I have been suffering on and off for about 12 years or so, but officially since my first colonoscopy, at...reactions1reply
I have a question about probiotics for teensmy 16 year old son has ibs and has been taking probiotics for almost a year. symptoms come and go for him. im wondering if he should stop the probiotics...reactions3replies