SIBO: What Is the Underlying Cause?...Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is associated with IBS and can be a primary cause of gastrointestinal symptoms. To eradicate SIBO, the underlying cause needs to be understood and treated...reactions10comments
If you found $50 on the sidewalk and wanted to help yourself manage your IBS, what would you buy?...What would you buy? And, if you'd like, tell us why....reactions5replies
IBS or Ulcer?...Hi all, I'm having some trouble ascertaining whether I have IBS (suddenly after no issues with stomach for 38 years!) or possibly a stomach ulcer. I've started getting extreme gnawing...reactions4replies
Having a colonoscopy OR not? ...What are your thoughts about having a coloscopy or not? Why this posting: After trying to manage IBS for more than 40 years and having numerous tests in the early...reactions2repliesIBS-MTreatmentTips & Advice
Bit tedious...Never yet made a resolution that I did not keep. I am a very strong individual and if I resolve to do something then so be it. This year giving...reactions1comment
No Rhyme or Reason to IBS...Who here doesn’t know the frustration of doing everything right, avoiding all triggers, and still ending up with an IBS flare? I sure do. It’s a familiar struggle, especially when...reactions17comments
Left side sleeping ...I have read that it's better to sleep on your left side due to descending colon and drainage however does anyone else feel poorly doing this. If I fall asleep...reactions15repliesCoping
Activated Charcoal for IBS: My Friend and Savior...In the past couple of years, I have become more and more interested in natural remedies for my IBS. Between herbs, supplements, and a less processed diet in general, I...reactions6comments
Is this IBS? ...Is this IBS? Is it IBS if you get mucus on your crap that appear a little bit off some area of the surface of the crap. Get occasional side...reactions3repliesAnxietyPainSymptoms
how to manage the constipation that follows taking opiods/ pain pills after surgery...I have had several surgeries all requiring some type of opiods for pain. I was almost impacted while in rehab and those doctors just don't understand the urgency of giving...reactions4repliesHealthcare Team
Success with mind control, self hypnosis recordings for IBS-D/M...Having lasting success with Centerpointe, Mind Trax and Learning Strategies recordings but it's work. I let go a particular Silva Method meditation - count down from 50, create image of...reactions1reply
The Power of Ginger Shots...When I started making ginger shots every week, my main goal was to combat the cold, harsh winters here in the Netherlands. With the strong winds and damp chill, I...reactions2comments
So miserable ...I suffer with IBS C and chronic gastritis, added to this recently is a bladder issue whereby I'm up 3 or 4 times in the night. If the ibs and...reactions6repliesCoping
Christmas works do and IBS afterwards ...I went out for a Christmas dinner last night with some colleagues, and I overindulged on rich food and alcohol. During eating I hiccuped and uncontrollably let out a huge...reactions2replies
Ibsd rash...I have ibsd for 2 years. Before that it was ibsd very bad for 40 years. I can’t say which is worse. My question is - does anyone get rashes...reactions3repliesIBS-C
8 IBS-Friendly Desserts to Wrap Up Any Meal...Special occasions and meals often have rich desserts or sweet treats on the menu, and thinking about only eating safe foods to keep symptoms at bay can feel like a...reactionscomments
Nerve Pain...Anyone else experience severe nerve pain in colon? It's debilitating and is worst in lower left side. I know they say we have hypersensitivity but has anything helped you??? Desperate....reactions6repliesCoping
Does Miralax Irritates the Gut?...I am so frustrated with IBS recurrences. As I try to manage the stress of NMI bladder cancer treatment, I am chronically constipated with hard pebbly stool. My bowels move...reactions2repliesIBS-CFlare-upsTriggers
The Humble Khichdi...This is an IBS-friendly recipe submitted by an IrritableBowelSyndrome.net community member. Khichdi is a simple Indian dish and is a source of comfort. It is a dish in South Asian...reactionscomments
My Doctor Is A Perfect Match...There are few things I dread more than having to find a new doctor. Between endlessly searching and then trying to get in touch, it’s an additional stress on top...reactions5comments
