Mind/Gut ConnectionI understand that gut and brain are connected but how much does that really play into symptoms. For example nothing has changed in my life (stress wise) and no food/alcohol...reactions8repliesMental HealthCoping
Time of day symptoms are experienced Does anyone’s pain eg bloating get worse as the day progresses? Mines is fine with my first meal, generally fine with my second but it’s my third meal at 6...reactions53repliesDiet & NutritionCopingAnxiety
How to deal with flare up sadnessHi anyone got any tips for crawling out of the dark place that a flare up sends me???? Thanks in advance...reactions20repliesDepressionCopingFlare-ups
Constipated to diarrhea Hi, I don’t know if anyone else experiences this.. I’m usually IBS-C but recently it’s turning to IBS-D. I’ve noticed it’s when I’ve been out and eaten different food to...reactions1replyDiet & NutritionAnxietyCoping
Do you often experience heartburn in addition to your IBS?While IBS and heartburn (AKA acid reflux or GERD) are two separate gastrointestinal conditions, they can sometimes coexist or share similar symptoms. If you experience heartburn in addition to your...reactions8repliesCopingTriggers
AmitriptylineHi IBS friends, I have been reading articles for so many years which have supplied helpful advice, tips and ideas to make life easier when living with IBS( mixed). It...reactions4repliesCoping
Pain relief Hi any help would be appreciated. What pain medication helps. I get pain which lasts for hours after going to toilet in the mornings....reactions4repliesCopingPain
IBS and wipingHello! ...Lately I've been dealing with going to the bathroom and never being fully clean no matter how much I wipe, and it honestly frustrates and embarrasses me because I...reactions7repliesTips & AdviceCoping
Does anyone else experience multiple watery bowel movements after a regular oneOver the last ten days I have this happen to me twice where I will have a regular bowel movement then about 30 mins later I will the need to...reactions2repliesAnxietyCoping
What kind of diapers or protective, non leak underwear can I wear for frequent bouts of ibs-d?I have had Ibs-d for years and it’s gotten worse. I have had several accidents and have had to cancel appointments, etc. what protective equipment-diapers or whatever can I wear...reactions9repliesCoping