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 have been here before, now being a few months later this is where I am at: I have been diagnosed with Hashimotos, we thought maybe this is what was causing my diarrhea, but now my thyroid levels are normal and I am still having issues. I was told to go to a Ruematoid doctor because they deal more with autoimmune diseases. I can't get into one until february. My GI specialist gave me elavil after he did all his tests. It's a very low dose, so he might up it when I see him in a month. It has helped alittle. I still get flare ups though, last night was a bad one, I got the pain and everything. For me it's if I get just the tiniest nervous over anything, it makes it 10times worse. My GI really thought I had crohns, but when that was negative, he is just ruling it as IBS. I'm going to be checking for Lupus, since that can effect the intestines. I'm just soooo mad that doctors are still calling it IBS and still don't know how to treat us. I've been off gluten, dairy, and fruits and veggies. I lost tons of weight (I looked sick) and I still had pain and problems. I am terrified to leave my house anymore because I'll need a toilet next to me. It's soooo stupid. I just want to be normal! I finally started eating regular food, because I'm sick whether I eat it or not. I'm soooo miserable.
Does anyone have a cure????
Does anyone have a cure????
There are three things though that I can suggest that I hope will bring you comfort. One, I was told when I was going through all of my tests that sometimes it can take years for a condition to fully develop like an IBD. So what doesn't show up today, may in the end, show up next week or next month. (Mine ended up being a simple infection that kept lingering on in my colon). Secondly, remember always that your body is your body. It may not want to work with you, but eventually you will hopefully find a balance that works for you. Lastly, take lots of deep breaths and try to focus on today and make the best of it that you can. Take it hour by hour if you need too. Somehow though, hopefully, you will find the strength to get through this and know if you ever need support, someone will be here.
Best wishes and I hope you find your answers soon.