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Can IBS Cause Swelling And Joint Pain
A myIBSteam Member asked a question πŸ’­

It's come about over the last few months where my fingers are swollen and the joints sore mainly on my right hand. Also it seems to be affecting my shoulder and neck. For many years I've had lower back issues and sciatica.

posted September 20, 2017
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A myIBSteam Member

You are not alone. Have had the same rhings

posted October 10, 2021
Food After A Flare
A myIBSteam Member asked a question πŸ’­

once you have had a flare do you eat that day or following day and what do you eat ?
I have no diet as I dunno if anything upsets my stomach I can eat the same things and then some days have a flare cant seem to find a pattern :( but never know what to eat after one usually I go with out food for rest day or following day because to scared to eat :(

posted July 18, 2017
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I aso have just broth, maybe crackers, applesauce for a couple of days after a flare-up. Certainly nothing else. NO milk or dairy.

posted May 4
How Many Of You Have Seen A Specialist For Your IBS?
A myIBSteam Member asked a question πŸ’­

My old GP diagnosed me 10 years ago with IBS but i never knew i should have seen a specialist until now. I'm just wondering how many more out there haven't seen a specialist

posted April 11, 2019
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I have seen different GI specialist for my IBS-D. They have all treated me the same. I just saw a new specialist and she said there isn't much medication for IBS-D. I am due for a colonoscopy and… read more

posted May 11
Does Anyone Else Get Body Aches When There IBS Is Flaring Up?
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I was just wondering does anyone experience body aches and fatigue with IBS? Last night after I went to sleep I started having body aches and was like NO!! I can.t get sick... I did have a flare up yesterday and it when on all day and apparently through the night with the aches and then this morning too. I've been on a light diet since yesterday. Just curious if body aches is normal. I feel so sleepy and run down

posted May 1, 2018
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Yes fibromyalgia and IBS go hand and hand.

posted 6 days ago
Tired All The Time
A myIBSteam Member asked a question πŸ’­

Is it just me or is anyone else tired even after a really goodnights sleep

posted February 10, 2019
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After my daily episodes of IBS-D usually after my first meal (lunchtime)
I get fatigued and headache 😏

posted 5 days ago
This Is Probably A Repetitive Question. I Didn't See It Recently In The Q&A. Has Anyone Had Success For Their IBS-D Using The FODMAP Diet?
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posted November 6, 2018
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Going gluten free helped the most. I also did a FODMAP trial. I felt better with no onions, green pepper and limited tomato sauce. I have incorporated that into my lifestyle. I do love peppers and… read more

posted June 12, 2020
IBS-D
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I have IBS-d to the extreme. Some times for several days at a time! I had my yearly exam last Friday and she put me on Bentyl and Metamucil once a day. Today in our Fargo forum there is a story about a woman my age that has it as extremely bad like i do.

The woman has had a device called Interstim implanted by local surgeon and its made a huge difference for her! Its made by a Minnesota company called medtronic and its something new, her surgeon has implanted 61 and most people have had good… read more

posted October 8, 2017
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I'm curious what this implant does. How it helps??? I've had ibs for forty years and it's time for it to stop

posted February 9, 2019
Does Anybody Else Find Sugar Causes Crippling Stomach Pain
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Everytime I eat sugar in any form my stomach swells and I suffer crippling pain, nothing eases it. I try to avoid sugar as much as possible but because I'm so hormonal I tend to crave it occasionally. :(

posted November 23, 2016
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Have you been tested for SIBO?

posted August 23, 2021
Has Anyone Tried A Squatty Potty (or Similar)? Does It Help At All?
A myIBSteam Member asked a question πŸ’­

I have found a reasonably priced squatty potty on Amazon and just wanted some first hand recommendations before making my purchase, thanks in advance 😊

posted March 8, 2018
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It definitely helps me. I just have a little, regular household step stool

posted May 16, 2021
Weight Gain? Has Anyone Experienced This Even If You Can Barely Eat?
A myIBSteam Member asked a question πŸ’­

I know personally I retain a lot of fluid during my flare ups. But I've gained and I really don't eat much when I do. I've gain up to 20lbs being sick and all I can do is sleep through it.

posted December 21, 2016
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I have the mixed kind of IBS but when I'm on the constipation side I can easily gain 5 to 10lbs from bloating and then lose them again when I finally am able to use the bathroom again. I had a… read more

posted December 5, 2022
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