Desperate for advice on GI symptoms and discussion with my doctor
Hi! I want to preface I am under the care of GI. I’m just looking for experiences or suggestions for conversations with my GI.
I (33F) have had the following:
2014 - severe lower cramping with bloody stool. No testing was done but was told likely diverticulitis
2017 - severe upper cramping. Again, no testing but was told it was likely a stomach ulcer.
2018 - severe lower cramping with bloody stool. No testing was done but was told likely diverticulitis
Over the years I started to experience more symptoms until I’m where I’m at now.
Now I have constant diarrhea (liquid or soft fluffy at best) 1-8 times per day. Typically it is pale or yellow. It comes in suddenly, typically in the AM but I do have occasional midday or evening/overnight. Little to no warning, which has lead to fecal incontinence. Lots of bowel sounds. Indigestion near daily, hours after eating at times. Fatigue. Burning/cramping sensations. Bloating and flatulence.
I have had a colonoscopy/EGD with biopsy. All negative. Im still getting tests so more to come.
I have tried Imodium, low-FODMAP, gluten free, dairy free, elimination diets, etc. I have tried pre/probiotics, digestive enzymes, antibiotics, oil or oregano, and various other dietician ordered supplements.
Anyone else experience this? What was your outcome? Any advice on what I should ask my GI about?
I know it’s possible but I’m scared I’ll end up with the “can’t find anything” IBS-D diagnosis and basically be sent to live like this.
I have my next appointment in a week.
Thank you for reading!
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I used to have the same diagnosis likely diverticulitis. IBS. colitis
When was your last colonoscopy? You should get another one.
IBS is a symptom not a diagnosis
@chronisgirlie92: Your symptoms sound familiar. I went through many tests 4 yrs ago and finally the 24 hour Urine test revealed the underlying cause. It may be worth a discussion in your next Dr visit? Best to you…