IBS can anyone describe the symptoms and cure???

[lynneylou]

My stomach is really playin up, i look 6 mths pregnant, it hurts all the time and makin me feel really sluggish, naggin lower back ache too

[LoftyLottie]

There could be many things that cause this and you should see a doctor. IBS has different symptoms for different people. You can't cure IBS just treat it, but firstly it has to be properly diagnosed.

[4getmenot]

loads of pages if you google it. Take your pick

http://www.google.co....FA_enGB348GB348&q=ibs

[Buenchico]

The golden rule when seeking medical advice on the internet is to use it solely as a starting point and then to visit your GP for expert advice. Having got that out of the way, here's the relevant information from the NHS website. (Click through 'Symptoms' 'Causes', etc to view all of the information):
http://www.nhs.uk/con...ges/Introduction.aspx

Chris

[cazzz1975]

I have a bad stomach/bloating if I eat a food that reacts with me

[237SJ]

Chris, I would do it the other way around and get an expert diagnosis from a GP, Consultant then look up the details on the internet. There`s is nothing more worrying than self-diagnosing from the internet. I`ve done it myself when I convinced myself that a bowell polyp was malignant (it wasn`t). What do you think Sqad? (who probably isn`t reading this because he is having a nice glass of wine on the patio overlooking the Med)!

[LoftyLottie]

Personally, I tend to go to the GP first and then google to find out more about what I have got. Better though to look at the sites that have been suggested than ask on here. If you are diagnosed with IBS or something else, this is a good site to have chats about it and compare notes. The nagging lower back ache could indicate quite a few things and constant lower pains in the stomach could have other causes.

[LoftyLottie]

Snap! ;o)

[LoftyLottie]

(If I look up my symptoms on the internet I would be a nervous wreck by now and have every disease under the sun)

[cupid04]

have you ever thought of keeping a food diary? this will enable you to keep a check on what you eat and also the effects, as some foods might disagree with you.Do
not go long periods of time without eating as this will make you feel bloated with gas.
Also see your doctor or practice nurse and they will help you with sensible diet. Wish
you well soon. Cupid.

[20SilkCut]

Very sensible answer from cupid above - re. the food diary - you can then see what foods play havoc with your body and can give the dr as much info as possible.

Are you very stressed about something? Stress and IBS sometimes go hand in hand.
Maybe you could get a few sessions of reflexology - a friend of mine has found it very helpful!

good luck.