IBS or not...???...Male @ age 66 here. Since I passed age 50 I always had a slight abdominal pain and cramping with gas and bloating. This happened when I quit smoking and...reactions1replyLow FODMAPIBS-DSymptoms
Takes over my life...So I had an MRI this week as the IBS and gastritis are becoming more regular. I've had various scans which are normal. The consultant asked what operations I've had...reactions3repliesCoping
Is it SIBO?...Hi, new here. I am almost 67, and have had digestive issues and IBS off and on for many years. I had a very stressful job and a sick mother...reactions1replyIBS-M
Can anyone help me with these symptoms?...I'm a 49 year old man and had IBS for many years and taken medication as well as FODMAP diets etc. Like everyone I get flare ups from time to...reactions3repliesPain
I'm not sure whether I have IBS ?...I am experiencing stomach pains(sore)changes to toilet frequency and poo colour orange to brown/green but when I take Buscopan i get relief...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Constant gas pains and bloating?...I'm more on the C side than the D side, but I am able to go every day. Bristol 1-3 if i don't mind stool softener and fiber, but what...reactions1replySymptomsIBS-CIBS-M
IBS and Back Pain...A person who struggles with low back pain close to buttocks due to some disc and bone loss still has constipation issues almost daily. Is there a definite difference between...reactions1replyDiagnosisAwarenessC. Diff
IBS Stress and Health Anxiety...Hello Everyone, I've suffered from unexplained health symptoms for years. Early childhood trauma, an emotionally abusive church that withheld medical care etc. My health anxiety comes and goes and typically...reactions1replyCopingMental HealthAnxiety
Post Infectious IBS...A bit of a random question. Does anyone suffer from post infectious ibs? I never had gut issues in my life, then doctors think I had a very nasty infection...reactions2replies
IBS on the plane?...I went on a vacation, just got back yesterday. Only a 3-hour plane journey. But I had terrible IBS both times, even though I only ate very little before we...reactions11replies
“ normal” BMs...Can one have IBS with pretty normal bowel habits… Thank you...reactions5repliesDiagnosis
Exploring Saponin Sensitivity as a Potential IBS Trigger...Hello everyone, I've been managing IBS and GERD symptoms and discovered that certain foods high in saponins—natural compounds found in various plants—can exacerbate my symptoms. Foods like legumes, nightshades (e.g...reactions5repliesTips & Advice
Vegetables for IBS-D: Eating Without Flares...I’ve always had an unhealthy relationship with vegetables. As a child, I hated them all. As a young adult, I suddenly realized that all the girls around me were eating...reactions9comments
Help with foods ...I have stayed on low fodmap, am gluten free and dairy free and zero red meat. Gave up coffee and even decaff, and still get diarrhea....reactions2replies
Active todayDiet, Yoga & Time management along with Homoeopathy can do wonder...I have overcome all the difficulties thrown on me by IBD and Arthritis. Now I am leading healthy life. I have narrated in my story in my book. It's "If...reactions5repliesExerciseDiet & NutritionAnxiety
Root chakra damage - suspicious old snake embracing snake oil ...I do read 'alternative' healing mumbo jumbo and have been helped by some of it over the years. Tried a few homeopathic remedies a few yrs ago for IBS-D but...reactions7repliesTips & AdviceDepressionIBS-D
I was diagnosed but I feel like things are not adding up ...To make a long story short, I’ve had issues with severe stomach pains and diarrhea for just about a year now, maybe longer. It’s gotten to the point that I...reactions5repliesIBS-DDiagnosisMental Health
Just Breathing Helps IBS...In the quest for some relief from IBS symptoms, I think we’ll all agree that we will try almost anything. After trying a variety of medications, different types of doctors...reactions4comments
IBS-Smart test...Has anyone taken the IBS-Smart test for IBS (https://www.ibssmart.com/treatments-for-ibs)? If so, did it help determine your treatment?...reactionsrepliesDiagnosisIBS-DTreatment
Some advice please! New to this IBS...Hello everyone. I hope I can get some help here..I'm at my wits end. Have had stomach problems for about a year now. Have had lots of tests,all negative, and...reactions13repliesIBS-C
