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Does anyone have these symptoms along with IBS?

Posted by Bettyann @bettyann, Aug 2, 2012

I have intermittant flare ups with IBS-D...and it started again a number of days ago (a lot of stressful things cropped up)... But for the last several days this has been my pattern: I am pretty OK in the morning, then I eat lunch...careful what I eat, (plus the stress level is down more now) but either within 15 minutes or sometimes longer, the diarrhea starts.
I could DEAL with diarrhea, but soon after (like an hour or so) I am hit with terribly overwhelming tiredness, as well as bloating, slightly headachy, and sometimes discomfort and some naussea... I feel a have a 'heavy sick like feeling' all over. This has been lasting for 4 or 5 hours... then if goes away and I can eat later in the evening with no problems.
Can anyone relate to this weirdness? I would really appreciate your replies.
Thank you!

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Deena | @mrsdeecee | Aug 5, 2016
In reply to @hopefully "I really do not know much about IBS, but I am learning a wealth of information..." + (show)
@hopefully

I really do not know much about IBS, but I am learning a wealth of information about our colon and the problems that can occur after taking antibiotics. Because of an illness in April that required some stiff antibiotics I acquired c diff and it has returned now 5 times. I am interested in ways to help the body get the "good bacteria" back in the colon. A friend of our family had c diff and the doctor suggested drinking Kefir milk. It is like a smoothie and contains 10 great bacteria our colon needs. I was using Kefir and I did not have the struggle and pain from the other infections. I wonder if Kefir has helped. This is a great supplement for me and is helping me hold my weight at a safe place. This might be something that may help you. It is worth a try. It is kinda hard to find in stores. They place it near the Activa/cottage cheese in some stores. The best source is Aldi's for $2.79 a qt, Other stores it is priced at over $4 . Best wishes as you continue to find healing and hope.

Now if someone will help me find help and hope in my c diff battle.

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Did you try thrive maket.com for keifer water and youcan get probiotics in pill form pricey always look on Amazon? Keifer water is part of Paleo auto immune diet. You can down load recipes on their site also on Pintest good luck in paleo aunto immune protocal I belive no dairy the probiotics in pill form has a lot more of the good bacteria than yogurt contains .

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Deena | @mrsdeecee | Aug 6, 2016
In reply to @hopefully "I really do not know much about IBS, but I am learning a wealth of information..." + (show)
@hopefully

I really do not know much about IBS, but I am learning a wealth of information about our colon and the problems that can occur after taking antibiotics. Because of an illness in April that required some stiff antibiotics I acquired c diff and it has returned now 5 times. I am interested in ways to help the body get the "good bacteria" back in the colon. A friend of our family had c diff and the doctor suggested drinking Kefir milk. It is like a smoothie and contains 10 great bacteria our colon needs. I was using Kefir and I did not have the struggle and pain from the other infections. I wonder if Kefir has helped. This is a great supplement for me and is helping me hold my weight at a safe place. This might be something that may help you. It is worth a try. It is kinda hard to find in stores. They place it near the Activa/cottage cheese in some stores. The best source is Aldi's for $2.79 a qt, Other stores it is priced at over $4 . Best wishes as you continue to find healing and hope.

Now if someone will help me find help and hope in my c diff battle.

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Just seen a show on Vice HBO they actually put good poop from a heathy person and put it in like an enema it works for people with crones collitisis IBS and so forth .they have been doing this for race horses since 1800 s if you have HBO you can down load HBOGO for free its called fecal medicine and works Im oppisite dont go enough actually you can google that hbo show have a friend that had part of his intestine out very dangerous operation good with bannana I think rice is also binding till you could come up with a plan! Good health to you Deena

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Deena | @mrsdeecee | Aug 7, 2016
In reply to @hopefully "I really do not know much about IBS, but I am learning a wealth of information..." + (show)
@hopefully

I really do not know much about IBS, but I am learning a wealth of information about our colon and the problems that can occur after taking antibiotics. Because of an illness in April that required some stiff antibiotics I acquired c diff and it has returned now 5 times. I am interested in ways to help the body get the "good bacteria" back in the colon. A friend of our family had c diff and the doctor suggested drinking Kefir milk. It is like a smoothie and contains 10 great bacteria our colon needs. I was using Kefir and I did not have the struggle and pain from the other infections. I wonder if Kefir has helped. This is a great supplement for me and is helping me hold my weight at a safe place. This might be something that may help you. It is worth a try. It is kinda hard to find in stores. They place it near the Activa/cottage cheese in some stores. The best source is Aldi's for $2.79 a qt, Other stores it is priced at over $4 . Best wishes as you continue to find healing and hope.

Now if someone will help me find help and hope in my c diff battle.

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Whole wheat in no good go whole grain instead!

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shirleyfoggepiazza | @shirleyfoggepiazza | Dec 9, 2016

If stress and no antibiotics are involved....see MDS and diet is all that works. The fatigue could be IBS with Fibromyolgia....that may be the fatigue. Blood tests might provide more accurate diagnosis

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shirleyfoggepiazza | @shirleyfoggepiazza | Dec 9, 2016
In reply to @madelinehowell "I have IBS and a lot of gastro symptoms and all the stuff you mentioned above...." + (show)
@madelinehowell

I have IBS and a lot of gastro symptoms and all the stuff you mentioned above. I have gotten a lot of relief from eating probiotic FOODS every day (I only take the probiotic capsules if on vacation). My favorite probiotic food is Keifer. Goat milk Keifer is the best as cows milk causes some symptoms, but the goat milk is more expensive. Have you heard of GAPS syndrome or the GAPS diet? It has helped me a lot and I just started on it this year. You basically rebuild your Gastrointestional system. It takes 2 years at least. No grains at all, not just avoiding wheat, all cooked food, (avoiding raw or uncooked foods-harder to digest) eating good wholesome meats (except pork) for maximum protein and good fat, no white sugar or processed foods. Maybe this will help. I'm getting better some already. Every one in a while I "clean out my system" using my own cooked chicken broth, honey, and water only---for a few days. It is really a hassle to have to struggle so hard to feel only half decent. People all around me are eating potato chips, cookies, hamburgers, cakes, you name it and have no problems.

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I used to eat gluten and dairy food. When my husband left, I could no longer eat gluten free. He took 3/4of a million. I would like to know more about your diet. Have heard of GAPS. If you do not mind, I would likeinformnation

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shirleyfoggepiazza | @shirleyfoggepiazza | Dec 9, 2016
In reply to @rebeccah "I too have flare ups with IBS. Yes, the diarrhea, bloating and tiredness. I have intense..." + (show)
@rebeccah

I too have flare ups with IBS. Yes, the diarrhea, bloating and tiredness. I have intense pain that started every time I take an antibiotic.The doctor thought it might be CDiff at first. Did your doctor diagnose it, or are you like a lot of IBS patients who do your own research because your doctor doesn't really have an answer for you? I think that's how a lot of patients end up going to the Mayo Clinic; they can never get a satisfactory diagnosis from their hometown doctor.

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I have to get to Mayo Clinic,Jacksonville. I never eat dairy. Gluten is bad for me. I am a 9 plus year. CDIFF recurrent patient. One FAILED FMT. I KNOW A VACCINE FOR NON CDIFF PATIENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE NEXT YEAR. I WOULD GET IT THROUGH SANOFI PASTEUR, SUSAN WATKINS IN PA ASAP. IF ANYONE KNOWS HOW I CAN GET ZINPLAVA PLEASE HELP

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shirleyfoggepiazza | @shirleyfoggepiazza | Dec 9, 2016
In reply to @hopefully "I really do not know much about IBS, but I am learning a wealth of information..." + (show)
@hopefully

I really do not know much about IBS, but I am learning a wealth of information about our colon and the problems that can occur after taking antibiotics. Because of an illness in April that required some stiff antibiotics I acquired c diff and it has returned now 5 times. I am interested in ways to help the body get the "good bacteria" back in the colon. A friend of our family had c diff and the doctor suggested drinking Kefir milk. It is like a smoothie and contains 10 great bacteria our colon needs. I was using Kefir and I did not have the struggle and pain from the other infections. I wonder if Kefir has helped. This is a great supplement for me and is helping me hold my weight at a safe place. This might be something that may help you. It is worth a try. It is kinda hard to find in stores. They place it near the Activa/cottage cheese in some stores. The best source is Aldi's for $2.79 a qt, Other stores it is priced at over $4 . Best wishes as you continue to find healing and hope.

Now if someone will help me find help and hope in my c diff battle.

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Thank you

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shirleyfoggepiazza | @shirleyfoggepiazza | Dec 9, 2016
In reply to @hopefully "Bettyann thanks for your reply and information. I just had an appointment this afternoon with a..." + (show)
@hopefully

Bettyann thanks for your reply and information. I just had an appointment this afternoon with a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and I learned a ton of things about our immune system. She is suggesting going with gluten free and use milk alternatives for two weeks. It is a lot of things to think through and plan accordingly. I appreciate the info that you have given. My real name is Betty, I wasn't sure if I wanted to add that when I signed up. Hope your body is doing better with wheat free. More will follow later. Thanks ssssssssoooooo much!

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I use almond milk

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shirleyfoggepiazza | @shirleyfoggepiazza | Dec 9, 2016
In reply to @bettyann "Just thought I would add an update and maybe it might help someone! That would be..." + (show)
@bettyann

Just thought I would add an update and maybe it might help someone! That would be good. At my daughter's suggestion I have been been eating NO GRAINS...not just no wheat...but NO grains... I thought I would 'just die' without pasta even the good ol' rice pasta, but you know what? It is HELPING!!
Forget the gluten free (for me!) I am really GLAD that the gluten free diet works well for some people...but for me, it doesn't... in fact, the gluten free bread makes me feel sick, same way with gluten free macaroni....
I am not so strict that I can say not one tiny smidgeon of grain never passes my lips... but I just substitute. Thank heavens for mashed potatoes! I have also discovered that American cheese is not my friend.... I know we are all different. And what works for some doesn't work for others. The FODMAP is not an end-all perfect idea for EVERYbody... we just have to keep working to find out what is best for each of us. Good luck!!

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Mash potatoes are good

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shirleyfoggepiazza | @shirleyfoggepiazza | Dec 9, 2016
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@jeremybabbs

Does anyone have bile/mucus in stool? Im having this problem along with the same as everyone else here!

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I have blood, mucous, it's CDIFF if it smells.

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