Have you ever had a patch test for a nickel allergy? Look up research on Systemic Nickel Allergy Syndrome. One of the indicators is misdiagnosed as IBS.

I have had this condition since 2001 with no help from doctors. Symptoms are different for each individual. My started as severe anal itching, then skin issues on hands and feet, then severe foot issue with implanted heel device.

I’ve recently learned it is from the food I eat! I’ve had recent success with the itching and skin issues by following a low nickel diet, various amounts of nickel being found in the food we eat, especially fruits and vegetables which are grown in the ground where the nickel is found. Meat and dairy are the safest.

I have yet to find a doctor in US who is aware of this but my GP was astonished when I recently told him as it is often masked by symptoms of IBS.

Most research comes from Europe where Italy now has a vaccine. It is now becoming somewhat prevalent in the US, affecting women more than men, especially women of color. They estimate 16 - 20% of women in US now have the allergy. Nickel Patch testing is the only proof. I encourage it for someone with any IBS symptoms!

I’m still looking for treatment but the diet has made a SIGNIFICANT difference in my symptoms!

I suggest ANYONE with bowel symptoms try a Nickel Allergy PATCH TEST to rule out a nickel allergy!!