New here; Scared to Go to Class and Bullied By Dorm Neighbhors...Hi everyone, I'm new here. I'm not sure sure if I truly have IBS but I'm in a dark place in my life because of my GI so I thought...reactions3replies
Can a colonoscopy worsen IBS?...I had a colonoscopy today as part of my journey to finding out what is causing my frequent loose stools and vague abdominal discomfort. The colonoscopy was the last in...reactions1reply
Self-Talk Matters in an IBS Crisis...When you are sitting on the toilet, a crisis is happening, all sorts of things run through your head. In my experience, the self-talk going on can impact the intensity...reactionscomments
CT Scan - Should I be scared?...My doctor ordered a CT scan with contrast dye to rule out other problems before making IBS diagnosis. Is that a normal thing to do? He said he believes I...reactions3replies
Eggs and Miso on Toast...If you're looking for a little something different for breakfast, try this Japanese twist on eggs on toast! If you haven't tried miso paste before, it can be a good...reactionscomments
Fighting My Pain vs. Accepting It...For a long time, I didn’t understand my IBS and why I had to be a victim of the condition. The question I asked myself a lot was, “Do I...reactionscomments
The Invisibility of Chronic Pain...Many people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can manage their pain using over-the-counter or prescription pain medicines, physical therapy, and exercise. But some people experience “breakthrough” pain. This is pain...reactions2comments
Gastritis and IBS...I’ve mentioned before that IBS is not the only fire I’ve got going on in my belly. I’ve discussed my issues with ulcers but have not talked about the gastritis...reactions4comments
Holiday Eating: How to Avoid an IBS Flare...So, it's getting to be that time of year again, when we're all more likely to gather with family and friends at the dinner table to partake in some serious...reactionscomments
Low FODMAP Cottage Pie...This is a delicious cottage pie recipe that has been adapted from the original British version to make it FODMAP-friendly. It contains some suitable vegetables, but feel free to substitute...reactionscomments
Anyone experience symptoms after hip replacement?...Hi All...im new to the forum and saw a tummy doctor today as I have been having similar symptoms to IBS. After the examination he didn't say i had IBS...reactions2replies
IBS or not?...I don't really know how to start this smoothly so here it is. I'm an 18 year old university student and since this summer, I've felt quite off. First it...reactions6comments
Can Better Posture and Sleeping Positions Improve IBS?...I remember one night about 15 years ago, I was having a really bad IBS flare while visiting a friend of mine. After multiple trips to the bathroom, I was...reactions2comments
Defeating IBS: Medication vs Diet...The topic of medication vs diet to control IBS can be quite a debatable one. People are different, our bodies are different, we have different opinions and ways of coping...reactionscomments
Sharing Your Story...One of the things I like most about my job working in social services, is that I very often get the chance to ‘share my story.’ You know, the story...reactionscomments
Does Your Frame of Mind Affect How Helpful the FODMAP Diet Is?...I've followed the low FODMAP diet twice, in fact I'm still on the reintroduction phase of my second attempt, but this time I feel much more confident and less terrified...reactionscomments
Melon Salad with Ginger Mint Simple Syrup...In addition to ginger adding flavor to a FODMAP diet, new research shows it may help alleviate muscle pain after a workout. By adding herbs and spices to your diet...reactionscomments
How to Choose the Best Meal Off a Menu...One of the things people with IBS find hardest is eating out and what to order. There are often many unknowns in sauces and other parts of recipes. It is...reactions1comment
IBS Triggers That Are Not Food...Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a complex condition that requires treatment from many angles. The first step that many people take in IBS treatment is a change in diet. Changing...reactionscomments
Possible IBS or IBD?...Greetings! I have had digestive issues on and off since I was about 30, when I was diagnosed with IBS because of severe abdominal pains. I am now 57, and...reactions6comments