Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Support Group
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common intestinal disorder that is characterized by bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, cramping, and constipation. Typically no abnormalities appear during standard medical testing, and so irritable bowel syndrome is identified by the symptoms. Although irritable bowel syndrome can cause serious discomfort, the intestines are not harmed.
I've been doing pretty good with watching my diet and tracking food. My stomach had really settled down until yesterday. I went on my annual limo trip to the wineries. Wine hasn't bothered me before but I had crab cake, french fries and hush puppies.. so yummy. . But tummy sure is letting me know it is not happy.. started about midnight. How long does a flare normally last? ? I'm scheduled for the colonoscopy and endoscopy on Tuesday to try to figure or the problem. I got cocky cause I felt so good this week. .. oh well. . Assume it was the fried food and probably more wine than I normally have. Thanks for any input.. Donna
If it makes you feel better, I think we all binge now and then. And yes it hurts, but sometimes you just want to live a little.
Rest, hydrate and try to keep your stress levels as low as possible. It will help.