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Has Anyone Tried A Squatty Potty (or Similar)? Does It Help At All?
A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭

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

A myIBSteam Member

It definitely helps me. I just have a little, regular household step stool

posted May 16, 2021
Anyone Else Prescribed Cholestrymine For IBSd???
A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭

Just had a follow up with gastroenterologist and was prescribed cholestrymine to help with diarrhea and also lower my cholesterol!! All new to me.

A myIBSteam Member

I use cholestyramine resin to deal with bile reflux. I had my pyloric valve removed to try to deal with gastroparesis to no effect. Several years later bile now flows through my stomach and into my… read more

posted July 6, 2023
Does Anyone Else Always Feel Like They Are Bloated And As If Full Of Wind All Of The Time. My Stomach Always Feels Tight Too.
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A myIBSteam Member

Thanks Cindy, you too.x

posted April 23, 2023
When I Was Diagnosed With IBS-C, The Doctor Told Me To Take A Probiotic And Miralax Every Day. Does Anyone Else Use Miralax Daily? Thanks
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A myIBSteam Member

I have not heard of it but I hope it works for you. I use miralax in the morning and drink apple cider at night to help with constipation. Its so frustrating dealing with constipation!

posted June 23, 2021
Bowel Leakage
A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭

Does anyone have a bowel movement, wipe, and a few minit s later go back to the restroom and it’s like you never wiped? Well that’s my day lately. Been checked and told it was IBS. Anyone else’s deal with this?

A myIBSteam Member

I have been experiencing a lot of leakage after some bowel movements and was told by my primary that it was a part of constipation. Not much help!

posted June 15, 2019
Has Anyone Taken Rifaximin For Their IBS? If So, What Was Your Result?
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A myIBSteam Member

I have taken it in the past for bacteria overgrowth and it has worked. I am on it now because they can’t find a cause for my gas and bloating and the bacteria test was negative but they thought give… read more

posted March 5, 2021
Wondering If You Find Drinking Alcohol Makes A Difference?
A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭

I don’t really drink but have met some friends who drink socially. I’m more willing to participate in these happy hours with them, but have found the last two times something has aggravated the IBS. Last night I drank one Moscow mule, and the other time I don’t know if it was the recipe or not, but I ate a casserole - and I regretted it for a few hours. I can easily not drink a drop if it causes this. Just trying to be social and not such a stick in the mud. But, pain will be the dictator.

A myIBSteam Member

It’s a no no for me when I’m like this

posted December 29, 2018
Does Anyone Get Disability Money Because They Have IBS?
A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭

Just wondering if anyone gets disability money for IBS. Why is it not classed as a disability? It stops me from doing things and i am worried when i do get a job it is going to get in the way especially when i have to phone in sick most days because i can't leave the toilet

A myIBSteam Member

Not here in Ireland you don't. It's classed as an invisible disease and therefore people with it are suppose to b able to go to work. Docs here say it can b kept under control with proper serious… read more

posted September 25, 2018
Impacted Bowel
A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭

I suffer from IBS and unfortunately so does my 26 year old daughter and my 5 year old grandson.We find that food is the biggest trigger.. I was wondering if anyone has had an impacted bowel caused by the foods you have ate? I have had it twice, both times had to be in hospital for hours filled with laxitives, and finally had to have an impaction done which was the worst thing in the world I have gone through and I have gone through a lot. I take Clear lax every day in my tea and when I need it… read more

A myIBSteam Member

Chinese food and dairy make me have diarrhea.

posted September 19, 2023
Hey Im Having A Bad Week With A Lot Of New Symptoms Is This Normal???
A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭

Since wednesday lat week (its now monday) i have had constant bad cramps along the bottom of my abdomen on both sides. On wed-friday i have been constantly going toilet when i eat a bite of food or even drink a small amout of water .....i have been takin immodium once daily as usual and coalafac coalafac for cramps but fri i got buscopan and took 2 immodium .... eases my crapms for about an hour but they still happening constantly .. the constant toilet runs stopped friday evening but im not… read more

A myIBSteam Member

Poor you yes I’ve had the same thing. Cramps in my stomach driving me mad. Which in turn starts you worrying and then it stops the pain from going. I get a lot of anxiety and panicky feelings. Have… read more

posted October 13, 2021
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