Activated Charcoal: Helpful For An IBS-Flare?...As a child, whenever I had diarrhea, my family's go-to remedy was Imodium. I didn't have IBS as a child, at least not officially – and it wouldn't be till...reactions6comments
constypation and coloptose...how to get normal live? every day constypation, low food map no hepl me. w hat s - coloptose? my gastroentherology answers me - coloptose no normal for ibs. meaby...reactions2replies
My Belly Hurts...Just so we’re clear, it’s not the front of my belly or lower abdominal area that is my problem right now. It’s my stomach, but on the right side. I’m...reactions2comments
Current Regulations Around Opioid Prescribing...Opioids are medications that have the ability to alleviate pain. They also have other properties that allow them to impact emotions and our sense of pleasure, which can make them...reactionscomments
How do I cure IBS?...I cured myself of this suffering with two things that no doctor knew and I had to look for my life to treat me. After a thousand doctors and a...reactions2replies
Does anyone else with IBS-C have abnormal vaginal bleeding when they experience IBS exacerbations?...I have noticed weird bleeding, and not from where I'd expect. This happens when I haven't been able to really empty my bowels for a few weeks and pressure feels...reactions2replies
have you ever felt your intestines move? or non painful pressure?...question for the community: as an IBS sufferer have you ever felt as if you can feel your intestines moving? for women, it would feel similar to a baby moving...reactions6replies
Things I Learned About My IBS In 2018...I quickly want to share with you all what I have learned about my IBS condition and myself this past year during 2018, in hopes that you all will be...reactionscomments
Navigating Christmas with IBS...Navigating Christmas with IBS can be a tricky job. It’s the ultimate season of parties, festive tipples and food, food, food. This year I’m determined to take it at a...reactionscomments
Chocolate Buckwheat Pancakes...Super simple, made in 5 minutes, pancakes to suit different dietary needs. They're low FODMAP, gluten-free, grain-free, fruit-free, and dairy-free. The serving size is suitable if you're on the low...reactionscomments
Low-Fructose Diet May Ease IBS Symptoms...As a spoonie, I am no stranger to trying different diets in order to gauge what works better for my body. Over the years, I've had to tweak and re-tweak...reactions4comments
Side effects of IBGard- cold all over...Hello- I recently started IBGard at the recommendation of my GI. I does seem to help with my severe stomach cramping, but I have a weird reaction in that when...reactions3replies
Ketogenic diet...I was diagnosed with IBS-C in 2001. The intermitting years have been very painful: mostly severe abdominal spasms, often accompanied by nausea/sometimes dry heaves. Along the way I discovered the...reactions4replies
Blue Collar Aromatherapy...Not all of us have unlimited resources to fuel an aromatherapy habit. When I first realized the true power of scent for my emotional wellbeing, I was shocked. Even to...reactionscomments
IBS Anxieties: Loss & Progression...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the words of our community members across various conditions...reactionscomments
Lunches That Are Easy on the Stomach...Lunch time is by far the worst meal of the day for me. I tend to not eat breakfast, unless it's something mild like oatmeal or yogurt. I've been trying...reactions5comments
IBS-Friendly Collard Greens...I love collard greens and think they are great any time of year. If you’ve never tried them, then I think you will enjoy this recipe because it’s simple, easy...reactions2comments
Really? I Have to Use the Toilet Again?...IBS interrupts my productivity all the time. In fact, it interrupts my daily life constantly, whether I’m being productive or not, and especially at moments you would least expect. For...reactionscomments
IBS pain every day.. any suggestions on how to feel better?...Hi! I was diagnosed with IBS in 2013, when I was 23. I’ve been pretty much miserable since then, with nausea and abdominal cramping almost every day. I love to...reactions1reply
Dealing With Family and Friends Who Just Don’t Understand...Growing up as a child with IBS was difficult. At times I felt like my parents did not believe me, and the fact that my pediatrician very much made it...reactions10comments
