IBS has been in flair for 2 years. Doctors won’t help. Also: dry mouth ...I’m so exhausted, so excuse me for a rant. Firstly, I have had a pain down the right of my abdomen, starting from the bottom of my ribs right down...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesIBS-CIBS-DIBS-M
Are these normal symptoms of IBS?...Hi guys I’ve been suffering with IBS for 8 years now and I’ve had every test you can think of to rule out IBD and they all came back negative...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesIBS-DFlare-upsTreatment
Holiday Fatigue and How to Recharge...The holidays can be draining. For me personally, I hosted Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas lunch at my home while attending all the other holiday events. Needless to say, I am worn...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
IBS and grief ...New here and wondering if anyone has experienced IBS with grief. I’ve had IBS for many, many years. Six weeks ago, I lost my 13 year old Chocolate Lab and...Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesAnxietyFlare-upsIBS-M
IBS flareup ...When I get ibs flareup I get LLQ pain. Feels like I don’t completely empty my bowels. Plus my stool is very thin. Does anybody else have these symptoms?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesFlare-ups
Thyroid disorder in addition to IBS?...While it is probably not a connection that instantly comes to mind, your thyroid and your GI tract are linked in many ways. Have you explored the link between your...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & AdviceDiagnosis
How do you deal with the unpredictability of living with IBS?...Living with IBS means you live with uncomfortable and painful gastrointestinal symptoms. Another thing most people contend with is the "UNpredictability" of IBS. Do you have any tips for living...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingTips & Advice
Living with ibs-d...Hi everyone,my name is Todd im from australia nsw central coast,im new to this discussion group,but i would like to forward my personal views on ibs-d.I have had ibs-d clinically...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesIBS-D
I am desperately in need of help!...I have been suffering from IBS for 8 years now, but over the last year my condition has gotten much worse. My main symptoms are heartburn, acid reflux, indigestion, bloating...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesIBS-CLow FODMAPSIBO
Do I have IBS-C or D?...So currently, I go loo 2-3 times before dinner, and then spend up to 2 hrs on the loo after dinner (I know, it sucks). My stools are not diarrhea...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosisIBS-DIBS-C
What is the Link Between High Blood Pressure and IBS?...When you live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you may have other conditions that also impact your health. These ailments could affect you both physically and mentally. Our 2022 IBS...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Tender pain in right side...Hi, I'm currently awaiting results of some blood tests but wanted to reach out and see if anyone else has had similar symptoms to myself. I've been having a tender...Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesIBS-DIBS-CIBS-M
IBS Success in 2023...Someone asked me how I was doing managing my IBS these days. I had to think about my answer for the first time in a long time. Since the deepest...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS & high blood pressure...Has any one of you noticed a link between high blood pressure and IBS? Are the BP readings high during flare ups?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiagnosis
How Does Treating Diarrhea Affect IBS-M?...I have irritable bowel syndrome with mixed bowel habits (IBS-M) which means I have episodes of IBS with diarrhea (IBS-D) and IBS with constipation (IBS-C). Treating one type of flare...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Pelvic Floor Issues...Has anyone had pelvic floor issues from IBS bloating? It seems this issue is like 90% female that have this from what I have read, but was weird as a...Reactions0reactionsComments12 replies
What steps have you taken on your IBS journey that you are proud of?...One can derive strength, power, and will from a bit of pride. Share with us something that you're proud of, what steps you took to get there, and how it...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingTips & Advice
Tightness in Abdomen...Hello everyone! I’m new here, but not new to IBS unfortunately. I do have a question, does anyone deal with tightness across the top of your abdomen? I also have...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesSymptoms
Undiagnosed IBS, But Still Valid...Hello, everyone, it's nice to meet you. I'm Thyme. I'm currently 21 and would like to share my IBS story. This story is quite all over the place and I...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Tips for finding an accessible restroom in public? ...What do you do when you need to use a restroom in public but none can be found? Any tips to share with the community?...Reactions0reactionsComments23 repliesTips & AdviceFlare-upsIBS-D
