What Are My Triggers?I've had this for several years now, I'm not as bad as others. Mostly I'm constipated, and my pain meds don't help. Sometimes, I can go a month without having...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
IBS, My Constant CompanionI was diagnosed with IBS 20 some years ago. Since then, I've tried different meds and methods. Sometimes I go through short periods were I think I am ok, to...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Personal Journey(IBS) has a huge impact on my life. It not only shapes my daily experiences and influences my physical and emotional well-being, but the fact that it is a chronic...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS SUCKS BIG TIME!I can never tell when I wake up what kind of day I will have. Whether if I have my everyday smoothie, my belly will hurt. OR I have my...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Pain and Discomfort of IBS Can Significantly Impact Daily LifeIBS can significantly impact daily life. It can cause discomfort, pain, and disruptions to normal activities. Family and loved ones may be affected by witnessing the struggles and may offer...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Undiagnosed IBS, But Still ValidHello, 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
IBS and Camping Don't Always MixI went camping back in the summer, with my sister and a couple of friends. We had quite a large tent that we shared. I didn't think much about IBS...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Kay was My Flare BuddyWhen I was a young mother, I used to go to Kay's house for coffee (after several cups, I would go use her bathroom!) We would laugh about it; and...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Symptoms or Side Effects?Last year the symptoms of an IBS flare of severe diarrhea and nausea caused me to report to the ER where it was determined that I undergo emergency surgery for...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
IBS "Runs" In The Family (Pun Intended)Family of 6, one bathroom, two parents with IBS... I am familiar with some of the symptoms which IBS can present... Early on I had the loose and very urgent...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
In a Dark PlaceHey there, fellow friends in spirit! I'm Tom, 30 years old and from Germany. Over the last ~6 years I have been suffering from IBS-D and all the stuff that...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Update for my support systemI have an amazing support system on here and a lot has happened so I thought I would do a quick update. Last Tuesday, the scope of my salivary ducts...Reactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Statins and IBS - Over two years of suffering but now cured!In recent years I’ve suffered occasional bouts of IBS, more of an inconvenience than anything too serious. But, just over two years ago I began to get painful colon/bowel cramps...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBSHello everyone. Many years ago I was diagnosed with IBS. All the doctosr would just say I'll just take diarrhea pills you have and you'll be fine. Recently I just...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Undiagnosed bowel issuesFor years I had issues with going to the restroom. It started when I was 12. I have always been overweight and I always attributed that as my possible issue...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Upchuck SetupAfter my gallbladder was removed in 2011, one of the things that accompanied the IBS was constant nausea. I mean that literally, I experience constant nausea, it's never stopped. I...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
This is my life with IBSI honestly don't know how many years I went undiagnosed. I used to keep my medicine cabinet filled with the pink stuff because I always struggled with diarrhea. I have...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Full of gasSix years ago I was diagnosed with IBS following the dreaded scopes in both ends. It has been the most debilitating condition for me, especially due to the severe bloating...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My old buddyMy old buddy was a pain...in the gut and butt. It appeared at the tender age of 5...my mom was newly married and the relationship was toxic and physically abusive...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Some things that have helped meI'm a newbie as of today, and thought I'd share some info: I've experienced a lifetime of bowel issues of one kind or another. Usually constipation, which goes way back...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments