Metamucil or its generic is another fiber to try. I agree with you, it's worrisome to have all that stuff filling your intestines. But try some of the products listed here before going to the doctor. From my experience, the doctor will tell you to try the products as long as you don't have symptoms other people have mentioned, like blood coming out of you. I've been using the Dulcolax generic once a week because increasing water and relying on fruits and vegetables isn't doing it for me. Good luck!
@lauracbaker It sounds like the same thing that happened to myself at the age of 30, I could no longer consume dairy products. I went to see my doctor and he simply looked at me and said that I was lactose intolerant, which can happen at any age, but my case was a severe one, even something as a few plain M&Ms would destroy my stomach.
I lived in fear of being "poisoned" by something like a hamburger bun or dinner roll at a restaurant for over a decade before finding an OTC lactose support supplement that actually worked. I took those up until almost a year ago when they stopped working for me, then they were no longer available. Again, no dairy allowed for several months, until I found something else online that lets me eat anything I want to again.
The reason we can no longer tolerate dairy products is because our bodies no longer produce the enzyme that's needed to digest them. But it turns out that there are supplements that are specifically designed to do that, and they're available on Amazon. I hate having to give Jeff Bezos any more of our money, but in this case I'll make an exception. What I've found that lets me eat anything I'd like to again is a Bacillus Coagulans probiotic from nfsupplements. A bottle of 240 tablets is less than $12.00, and I just take one every morning and every night.
Check them out, they should help you as well I'd think.
@lauracbaker It sounds like the same thing that happened to myself at the age of 30, I could no longer consume dairy products. I went to see my doctor and he simply looked at me and said that I was lactose intolerant, which can happen at any age, but my case was a severe one, even something as a few plain M&Ms would destroy my stomach.
I lived in fear of being "poisoned" by something like a hamburger bun or dinner roll at a restaurant for over a decade before finding an OTC lactose support supplement that actually worked. I took those up until almost a year ago when they stopped working for me, then they were no longer available. Again, no dairy allowed for several months, until I found something else online that lets me eat anything I want to again.
The reason we can no longer tolerate dairy products is because our bodies no longer produce the enzyme that's needed to digest them. But it turns out that there are supplements that are specifically designed to do that, and they're available on Amazon. I hate having to give Jeff Bezos any more of our money, but in this case I'll make an exception. What I've found that lets me eat anything I'd like to again is a Bacillus Coagulans probiotic from nfsupplements. A bottle of 240 tablets is less than $12.00, and I just take one every morning and every night.
Check them out, they should help you as well I'd think.
@mrmacabre I have found that it's the dairy CASEIN that I'm actually allergic to. Not lactose. I did try lactose-free products and Lactaid products years ago, but no help. I believe I was born this way, missing whatever enzyme is needed, because I rebelled against milk as a 1-yr-old, I'm told! And I remember being fuzzy headed at school (altho' an A student) and being overly tired, even as a teen. After I stopped asking my gut to handle casein, that tiredness went away. (My digestive system was always laboring to process what I fed it; I never had diahrrea, as ppl do who have the lactose intolerance problem; my digestion would just be very slow.) How I wish that I had found out about this before I went through my CAREER YEARS, dragging myself out of bed every morning and coming home exhausted! Now, I'm retired. I'm glad you found an answer; I will look into it.. But, frankly, I do fine by avoiding casein; it's not that difficult.
@mrmacabre I have found that it's the dairy CASEIN that I'm actually allergic to. Not lactose. I did try lactose-free products and Lactaid products years ago, but no help. I believe I was born this way, missing whatever enzyme is needed, because I rebelled against milk as a 1-yr-old, I'm told! And I remember being fuzzy headed at school (altho' an A student) and being overly tired, even as a teen. After I stopped asking my gut to handle casein, that tiredness went away. (My digestive system was always laboring to process what I fed it; I never had diahrrea, as ppl do who have the lactose intolerance problem; my digestion would just be very slow.) How I wish that I had found out about this before I went through my CAREER YEARS, dragging myself out of bed every morning and coming home exhausted! Now, I'm retired. I'm glad you found an answer; I will look into it.. But, frankly, I do fine by avoiding casein; it's not that difficult.
Make sure you’re getting enough fluids - water, herbal tea, coconut water if you like it. Exercise! Do anything, but get moving. Someone mentioned abdominal massage/circles - yes. Also, senna tea can be helpful but don’t overdue it. It may cause cramping, if that happens stop. I’ve been dealing with similar for a few years and have yet to find the sweet spot, but I do know that hydration, movement, and managing stress helps. Also wet foods - grapes, strawberries, etc. FYI I have seen Gastro and had colonoscopy, endoscopy, CT, MRI, and barium swallow over past 4 years to rule out major concerns.
Is this the first time you’ve experienced this? Is it making you uncomfortable? If so, see your doctor. There are so many things that can be causing this. The only time I’ve ever had this happen to me, my appendix burst about a week later. Please don’t self diagnose.
@lauracbaker It sounds like the same thing that happened to myself at the age of 30, I could no longer consume dairy products. I went to see my doctor and he simply looked at me and said that I was lactose intolerant, which can happen at any age, but my case was a severe one, even something as a few plain M&Ms would destroy my stomach.
I lived in fear of being "poisoned" by something like a hamburger bun or dinner roll at a restaurant for over a decade before finding an OTC lactose support supplement that actually worked. I took those up until almost a year ago when they stopped working for me, then they were no longer available. Again, no dairy allowed for several months, until I found something else online that lets me eat anything I want to again.
The reason we can no longer tolerate dairy products is because our bodies no longer produce the enzyme that's needed to digest them. But it turns out that there are supplements that are specifically designed to do that, and they're available on Amazon. I hate having to give Jeff Bezos any more of our money, but in this case I'll make an exception. What I've found that lets me eat anything I'd like to again is a Bacillus Coagulans probiotic from nfsupplements. A bottle of 240 tablets is less than $12.00, and I just take one every morning and every night.
Check them out, they should help you as well I'd think.
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Metamucil or its generic is another fiber to try. I agree with you, it's worrisome to have all that stuff filling your intestines. But try some of the products listed here before going to the doctor. From my experience, the doctor will tell you to try the products as long as you don't have symptoms other people have mentioned, like blood coming out of you. I've been using the Dulcolax generic once a week because increasing water and relying on fruits and vegetables isn't doing it for me. Good luck!
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3 Reactions@lauracbaker It sounds like the same thing that happened to myself at the age of 30, I could no longer consume dairy products. I went to see my doctor and he simply looked at me and said that I was lactose intolerant, which can happen at any age, but my case was a severe one, even something as a few plain M&Ms would destroy my stomach.
I lived in fear of being "poisoned" by something like a hamburger bun or dinner roll at a restaurant for over a decade before finding an OTC lactose support supplement that actually worked. I took those up until almost a year ago when they stopped working for me, then they were no longer available. Again, no dairy allowed for several months, until I found something else online that lets me eat anything I want to again.
The reason we can no longer tolerate dairy products is because our bodies no longer produce the enzyme that's needed to digest them. But it turns out that there are supplements that are specifically designed to do that, and they're available on Amazon. I hate having to give Jeff Bezos any more of our money, but in this case I'll make an exception. What I've found that lets me eat anything I'd like to again is a Bacillus Coagulans probiotic from nfsupplements. A bottle of 240 tablets is less than $12.00, and I just take one every morning and every night.
Check them out, they should help you as well I'd think.
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3 Reactions@mrmacabre I have found that it's the dairy CASEIN that I'm actually allergic to. Not lactose. I did try lactose-free products and Lactaid products years ago, but no help. I believe I was born this way, missing whatever enzyme is needed, because I rebelled against milk as a 1-yr-old, I'm told! And I remember being fuzzy headed at school (altho' an A student) and being overly tired, even as a teen. After I stopped asking my gut to handle casein, that tiredness went away. (My digestive system was always laboring to process what I fed it; I never had diahrrea, as ppl do who have the lactose intolerance problem; my digestion would just be very slow.) How I wish that I had found out about this before I went through my CAREER YEARS, dragging myself out of bed every morning and coming home exhausted! Now, I'm retired. I'm glad you found an answer; I will look into it.. But, frankly, I do fine by avoiding casein; it's not that difficult.
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5 ReactionsRub your abdomen in circle motions. It helped me!!
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2 Reactions@lauracbaker Sounds just like our daughter in law's mom, she's allergic to dairy products but not the lactose in it.
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1 ReactionHi @ehdog - wanted to check in and see how you are doing today?
Make sure you’re getting enough fluids - water, herbal tea, coconut water if you like it. Exercise! Do anything, but get moving. Someone mentioned abdominal massage/circles - yes. Also, senna tea can be helpful but don’t overdue it. It may cause cramping, if that happens stop. I’ve been dealing with similar for a few years and have yet to find the sweet spot, but I do know that hydration, movement, and managing stress helps. Also wet foods - grapes, strawberries, etc. FYI I have seen Gastro and had colonoscopy, endoscopy, CT, MRI, and barium swallow over past 4 years to rule out major concerns.
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1 ReactionIs this the first time you’ve experienced this? Is it making you uncomfortable? If so, see your doctor. There are so many things that can be causing this. The only time I’ve ever had this happen to me, my appendix burst about a week later. Please don’t self diagnose.
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1 Reaction@mrmacabre Is this probiotic require refrigeration? PCP told my husband they are the best. Whipple in April .