Hi jeanneac, Des (dbab) hasn't been on here in a long while. It's unfortunate because she was a great asset to the site. But who knows, maybe we'll get lucky and she pops in....
Hi and welcome to the site! :-) I'm surprised you're still able to find tegaserod... I thought it was discontinued (Zelnorm) back in March of 2007. Anyhow, how exactly are you feeling? Are you...
Taking probiotics can help with the bad taste (and bad breath)....
Hi jt80? How'd your test go????...
Hi Mrae, Did you end up getting a probiotic? I take Kyo-Dophilus and I love it. Helps with gas and urges. For those who have issues with dairy, it helps with that too....
Yes, quite a few of us have tried it with great success. I suggest, however, taking the pills and not the chewables. Not sure why, but many of us found they work better. Give it time though, you...
BUMP...
Hi CreativeGuy, Welcome to HealingWell! :-) Instead of prescription meds to help combat your post gallbladder surgery, you might consider calcium. There are many posts on here that discuss how...
Hi Sheila, Welcome to HealingWell! /community/emoticons/smile.gif You are right about Welchol... It is a cholesterol reducing drug. It does, however, have a constipating side effect that has done...
Hi 2DEAL, Welcome to the site! :-) Sorry if this comes out harsh... Colon cleansing is a scam. Whatever came out of you was put there by the cleanse. They do that deliberately so it looks like the...
I'm with you! I have no idea what I'm going to use for my next prep. I'll have to put off my next scope until they find something palatable because Golytely will NOT do....
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Hiand welcome to the site! :-) What you're describing is exactly how I felt when I first noticed my IBS come on over 10 years ago. I too had an ultra sound, blood work and an EGD that all came out...
Hi Elizabeth, Welcome to the IBS board! PEG stands for polyethylene glycol, which is an osmodic laxative. It is used in patients with constipation. Your mom, I assume, has IBS-C?...
In a nutshell, it's when pockets form in your colon and then get inflamed from food being stuck in 'em. Check out this Wikipedia link with much more detailed info....
Crohn's with constipation sounds like an oxymoron. I'm not saying it can't happen, I just don't think I've ever heard of it (on this board). Have you been scoped to check for an IBD?...
Wow, congrats, Denjski!!!!! :-) I have to say, I've never had my IBS act up when something good happens... It's usually just triggered by negative stress. But, like already mentioned, our IBS acts up...
Try looking for the DA online. I found it to be the best and cheapest way to get my probiotics....
Hi Sarabi, If you're not having any trouble passing gas or stool, then you most likely do not have a blockage. You can rule that out. You could just have a bug or acid reflux. Did your doc test you...
Hi and welcome to the site! It could mean any 1 of several things - hemmies, fissures, IBD or IBS (usually with IBS there isn't blood though), or it could even be something you ate that tinged your...
Hi Jan, Welcome to the site! /community/emoticons/smile.gif From past experience I think the majority of the people on here who have tried DA have liked it. Me being 1 of them (DA for IBS was...
That happens to me quote often. I attribute it to what I ate and/or how stressed out I am. It happens more often when I eat right before bed or when I've been drinking the night before. I'm not...
Hi manuela, Welcome to the site! :-) It is definitely a good idea to take probiotics while taking antibiotics. Try, however, to take the pro no sooner than 2 hours after taking the anti. If you...
Thank you, NicoL, for taking the proper steps when posting a research study. :-) I will partake in your study within the next few days. BTW - All I did to your post was make the link linkable....
We always enjoy, and welcome!, success stories. Thank you for sharing your experience, trac10. Here's to IBS free days!!! :-)...
Hi Quack, Welcome to HealingWell! :-) Have you tried over the counter gas medications? What about seeking natural treatment? Charcoal? I've even read about gas absorbing underwear. Hopefully others...
I drank the 6 small bottles of Fleet Phosphosoda and it wasn't so bad, nor did I have renal failure. But yes, there was a recent voluntary recall. The problem arose with people taking a higher and...
Hi samai, Welcome to HealingWell! /community/emoticons/smile.gif You've come to a great site with lots of info. I'm sure you'll be able to find even a little something to help you in some way. The...
Oh my gosh! I hadn't even thought about all the people vs. toilets. "How can someone with IBS not even think of the toilet issue?" you may wonder. Well, I'm not a fan of crowds; I try to avoid big...
No, the probiotics will not interfere with the antibiotics. The worse that can happen is that the antiobiotics will kill off the probiotics and leave you with no effect. The proper way to take...
Hi chronicdguy, Welcome to HealingWell! :-) I'm glad to hear you got a 2nd opinion and are now on a treatment plan. Please take probiotics and/or eat yogurt during and after your round of...
Hi MadnessG, Welcome to HealingWell! :-) I agree with pb4, maybe see another doc that takes you more seriously. In the meantime, you should try Preperation-H or Tucks, or something of the like. You...
For short term relief... Imodium all the way for me. That stuff backs me up almost instantly. Long term... I take probiotics daily and stay away from my trigger foods. Calcium is also great for long...
Hi arthy, Welcome to HealingWell! :-) Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It's unfortunate what you went through, but you're right, we know our bodies better than anyone... We can't give...
Hi azelf, Welcome to the site! :-) As pb4 mentioned, IBSers don't ordinarily have surgery. I wonder if you might get more feedback if you visit the Ostomies forum, or maybe even Crohns or UC. As much...
Exercising helps with digestion. I too start burping when I get active. I get nauseous too, but only if I've just eaten. I think it's all normal. I really don't do anything about it... I just know...
Hi and welcome to the site! /community/emoticons/smile.gif In reference to menopause, hormones play a huge role in digestive health. Our gut has more serotonin than our brain. At the peak of my IBS...
This isn't really travel related, but definitely 1 bathroom related... I had a boyfriend for years who, in our last couple years of dating, bought a house with only 1 bathroom. I actually tried to...
The HW bookstore offers many IBS books . I personally like Eating for IBS . Good luck! Sometimes it's just trial and error to see what your system can tolerate....
Hi matt777, Welcome to HealingWell! :-) When your doc started you on antibiotics did s/he mention you might want to take probiotics as well? The antibiotics kill off both the good and the bad...
Where is your pain? Has your gallbladder been checked? Have you had an EGD (upper endoscopy)? This procedure is the best way to test for Celiacs, as they biopsy the small intestine. How are your bowl...
Great thread! :-) redee, You can edit your own post by clicking the pencil icon at the upper right corner of it. Cheers!...
Hi sigma, Welcome to the site! :-) I really can't comment on your situation, as I have not had this procedure (nor do I have hemmies). I just wanted to say "hi!" and ask you to hang in there......
Hi and welcome to the site! :-) I'm not sure too many IBSers have had a surgery like the one you're describing. I'm wondering if you would have better luck asking this in the Ostomies forum. Or maybe...
Hi Confusedgrl, Welcome to the site! :-) Have you seen a doc yet? Anytime your bowel movements change you should consult your doctor. It's actually not that strange to have to go to the bathroom...
Hi Vicky, Welcome to HealingWell! /community/emoticons/smile.gif Have you officially been diagnosed with IBS? Do not worry, it is actually quite common for IBSers to pass mucus. However, as mentioned...
I think I found the post with the recipe from jsparrow: The 1 Minute Microwave Muffin [i]jsparrow said... [i] I have had chronic constipation for 15+ years. I am 48 now. about[b] a month ago, I...
Good luck with your hidascan tomorrow! Please let us know how it goes. If it comes out normal, don't let the doc shrug you off like a mental case. Ask for a second opinion....