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.

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Reed31 04/04/2014

Yes, this is sarcastic but I've sort of had it today.

Triggers for my IBS:

If it's too hot or too cold.

If I'm too tired or have slept too much.

If I've had too much or too little coffee.

If I'm too hungry or too full.

If I eat too many veggies/fruits or not enough veggies/fruits.

If I am stressed out.

If I eat too much grease.

If I eat too much sugar.

If I don't eat enough sugar.

If I eat too much starch, or dairy or wheat or gluten, eggs.

If I have something to do away from the house.

If I sit too long, walk too much or lay the wrong way in bed.

If my pants are too tight or if I wear anything other than an elastic waist.

If I take things to prevent IBS or try to feel better.

Before I have my period. After I have my period. During my period.

Basically, I'm feeling like as long as I am alive, I'm going to have issues with the IBS - at varying degrees - and it's pissing me off.

I went through a period of time where if I felt full my stomach was okay but I gained 12 lbs. and I need to lose that now.

I have had this going on 48 years and just needed to vent.

Thanks for listening.

simonsayssit 04/19/2014

have to say thank you again. it's been a few days since i first read your 'topic', and i've burst out laughing more than once remembering your 'poem'. can't say i often laugh about this big bloated belly and constipation!

Reed31 04/19/2014

Sometimes you just have to laugh. For me, when I can, having a sense of humor does help. That said, when you're doubled over in agony and the doctor says it's all in your head it's hard to laugh.

Reed31 04/20/2014

Got too hungry today and did eat but wound up with major gas and bloating like a beached sea lion. Feels like someone is taking a pliers and TWISTING my stomach. Comes in waves. The charcoal seems to be helping a bit but this just pisses me off. Sometimes I just want to punch myself in the gut and tell the IBS to knock it the hell off already. At some point it'd be super nice to be able to have a life.

annettearizona 04/21/2014

That is why I sometimes suggest to take a small pillow or stuffed creature-write on it the IBS or whatever your health problem is..and when you're in bad pain-beat the heck out of that pillow or creature as you could take and give the pain back :)

Reed31 04/21/2014

That's a good idea. One of the complaints I have with my IBS (and I have a LOT) is that if I CAN'T eat gluten or dairy or onions or a million other things I really love could I at LEAST lose weight? I mean, really? SO not fair!

simonsayssit 04/23/2014

dear reed - it seems pretty d%#n unfair that you can't at least loose weight on such a strict diet!

i think i get bloated just drinking water! the best i felt was for 10 days after neck surgery. my esophogus was so swollen i couldn't swallow, so all i could barely get down was some cream of wheat and jello. no bloating and lost 5lbs!!! makes me wanna have neck surgery again!

faykay 05/14/2014

Even after all those years, I believe there are answers. There is a science to how our bodies function. Your body knows what's going on. Please don't give up on listening to what it is trying to tell you.
When all else fails, make sure you are being good to yourself. Do nice things for yourself that help you relax. Things and places where you feel safe and completely relaxed where no one is rushing you.
I'm glad you knew you were safe to vent here where we all understand and care about you!

Reed31 05/14/2014

Thanks faykay. Hugs!

Ann60 05/18/2014

Probitics helps me. I buy mine from GNC either 25 or 50 on package depending on which is on sale at the time.
My doctor finally gave me pills to take as needed::::Dicyclomine 10 mg cap Lannett. Take one capsule 4 times a day.
It seems to be less now. Stess sometimes makes it worst.

deleted_user 05/19/2014

Dear Reed. Wow ! That was such an inspirational message. Thankyou. I am just sorry you are having to contend with so many issues with IBS. I have had chronic pain for two years now and it has been debilitating. After so many diagnostics that showed nothing, the Doctor put the name IBS to my symptoms. I have always felt a little skeptical about his diagnosis as I have other health issues but after reading your message it has confirmed totally for me thats just what the demon is. I need to take tramadol pain relief every single day as I just couldnt function otherwise.
Take care Reed.xx

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