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Was well for years and now my IBS is back?

Posted by pacodennis @pacodennis, Dec 1, 2023

I went for about 3 years and felt good. About a month ago. I started having excess gas, that turned into cramps, that turned into diarrhea within about 2 weeks. Now I have about a 2 day cycle. After I have a BM, I have IBS feeling for at least 18-24 hours. I start feeling OK for a day or so until I have another BM which starts the horrible feelings all day and night.
I was treated for Depression /Anxiety with an anti-depressant and benzos, but tapered down significantly. I am a 71 year old male. I also have Idiopathic Peripheral Neuropathy that does affect my abdomen area. So my situation is quite complicated.
I am wondering if anyone has had their IBS go away for years and then return?

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swilkins1974 | @swilkins1974 | Dec 2, 2023

Fortunately or unfortunately IBS can go into remission. When it comes back it is disheartening. I suggest starting Align and a teaspoon of Metamucil everyday. When mine came back it really helped. There are days when nothing helps and I take one immodium and it really works to cut the symptoms. I hope this helps.

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researchmaven | @researchmaven | Dec 3, 2023

Anxiety really amps up my IBS. If you are still anxious (and IBS can make you that way too), consider cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). I did a hypnosis version (just sit, listen and relax) for seven weeks with a practitioner. I learne how to do it (the goal) and can now do it on my own or listen to her tapes if I get out of the groove. Sure wish the food side of my IBS would go into remission!

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rozy288 | @rozy288 | Dec 3, 2023

So sorry 😢 it came back.
I have like 7 diagnoses over 10 years.
6 th Gastro Dr now .
For the IBS - D my Gastro suggested Metamucil too and IB- Guard .
I started both but I was having pelvic pains not just horrendous gas and 1000 deep wet belching . So I stopped the IB - Guard .
It does help some people though .
I’m on antidepressant too again at night . I’ve tried others but bad side effects. This one isn’t helping my digestive disorders but helps mood . God Bless you .

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jmue | @jmue | Dec 3, 2023

I’ve found working with a functional md has helped after I went through an eye issue, then cdiff from tons of antibiotics. My gut was trashed from steroids and antibiotics. They just see things from a very broad perspective. The gut is so very connected to the brain. I have found things like daily exercise, organic ground flax seed and a product line called megaspore probiotics has helped my gut issues as well as no dairy and limited sugar. Best wishes to you.

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pacodennis | @pacodennis | Dec 4, 2023

Thank you all for the great replies. They really have helped me have some perspective. I had a colonoscopy today. Nothing serious. Good. I hope. I will keep you informed...plus I am adding certain things you all have used to help you, thanks for sharing.

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jmue | @jmue | Dec 18, 2023
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@pacodennis

Thank you all for the great replies. They really have helped me have some perspective. I had a colonoscopy today. Nothing serious. Good. I hope. I will keep you informed...plus I am adding certain things you all have used to help you, thanks for sharing.

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Also may be want to look at glultashield and sbi protect by orthomolecular. Game changers. Functional md recommended and I’m thankful.

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