How do you manage ibs?Im literally in pain every day every second of the day, bloating and pain...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesPain
Do you know what triggers your IBS flares? IBS triggers vary from person to person... food, stress, medication, hormones, changes in gut microbiota, genetics, etc. What have you noticed triggers flares for you, and what do you do...Reactions0reactionsComments60 repliesFlare-upsTips & Advice
Has anyone been prescribed Linzess??I’ve has IBS-C for many years, I’m 66 . My gastroenterologist just prescribed Linzess but I read the side effects and I’m scared to begin a new medication. Has anyone...Reactions0reactionsComments21 replies
Does anyone else feel ill after a bowel movement?I have IBS and diverticulosis. My IBS has improved to going to the bathroom only once or twice since a suggestion from my gastroenterologist to eat a probiotic yogurt every...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesSymptoms
Cooked apples seem to help my ibs-d (I think!)I am not saying this would help everyone. But after being unable to eat any fruit for ages, for a couple of weeks now sometimes I have tried cooked apples...Reactions0reactionsComments11 replies
Upset belly, could this be a virus or just IBS? Today I stayed off work because my belly has been bubbling and gurgling all day. I keep doing rotten smelling farts and bad burps as well. Each time I feel...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Excruciating crippling think you’re going to pass out or die painIm new to the whole IBS thing and I’m curious how many other people deal with the kind of things I have been dealing with lately. Here’s my story; I’m...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Researching my own IBSStopped me from having more babies because defecation during copulation is the type of humiliation which makes you die a thousand deaths. Would only consider a fellow sufferer and you...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Gut Issues I can't figure outHello, So I've had this problem for about a year and a half now. It started by me stupidly having too many energy drinks, trying out flavours. I had 1...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTreatmentDiet & NutritionDiagnosis
Have you tried a gluten-free diet to help manage IBS symptoms? If you've tried to go gluten-free, what was your experience? Was it helpful? Challenging? Worth it? Share your experiences below, including any mealtime ideas and/or food inspiration....Reactions0reactionsComments42 repliesDiet & NutritionTips & Advice