What are some symptoms of irritable bowel sydrome

According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), irritable bowel syndrome in children tends to produce two types of symptoms: diarrhea or pain, depending on the age of the child. Symptoms may includ…

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･ recurrent abdominal pain. The pain becomes chronic when it has been present for a period greater than … ･ infantile colic (younger than 4 months of age) gastroesophageal reflux (younger than 2 years of age and …

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I am 54 now, and have had IBS much of the time since I was 19. It first came on after I had a bad attack of gastric flu – I also had depression at the time, finding things hard going at university. Even now, stress can make it worse, or if …

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Anyone with Irritable Bowel Sydrome. Help?

Q: I went to a doctor recently because I experienced abdominal pains and problems having bowel movements. I was mostly afraid of it being colon cancer but he said that wasn’t the case due to me not having any blood in my stools or them coming out flat and thin. He said I could very well have IBS but he can’t OFFICIALLY diagnose me until the symptoms have occurred for 12 weeks. Since I seem to fit the bill, I’m relatively sure I have this. How do you cope with this condition? How do others with this syndrome live their lives with abdominal pains every day? I have depression as well which tends to make it worse. How would you cope with this? Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

A: I’ve had it for a long time. It’s fully under control for me now. I rarely have an incident anymore. There are really 2 types. One where you’re constipated another where u have diarreah. Both cause severe gas pains. First thing that I have to be careful of is certain foods. With me it’s the ones higher in fats. Like mayonaise, eggs and real butter for example. I have to be very careful. I can eat tiny amounts but not at all if it’s been a stressful week. Stress makes it much, much worse. So keep track of what foods set you off. This takes a while but is necessary. Try not to stress as a day or 2 later it can make you have an episode. I always kept immodium on me too. First sign, I took one. Keep going to the Dr till he gives you the for sure, but in the meantime watch what you eat and try to keep relaxed as much as possible. Good Luck…

What causese shooting pain ,gassy stomach ,stools and abdomial pain after eating?

Q: anybody knows what causes these things besides a Irritable Bowel sydrome and gull live bladder diesase. I have been having these symptoms for three mths of having my blood withdrawn for a HIV test it started off with alot of pins and needles all over the body with dirahhea burning sensation on the body and legs and shooting pain all over the body especiall the legs i have gone to a neurologist to have my full blood count test,liver panel, B12/folate calcium panel and renal panel. It all came back negative for anything serious doctor says its anxiety.i been having bloated stomach shooting pain my shit is one by one have noticed that my bowels have change …ever since 3mths ago.My question is whether a virus could have entered my body through taking my blood? it sounds crazy but can that happen and what is it tha i have?

A: You definitely need to see your doctor. It sounds like a gastrointestinal disorder. Celiac disease, which another poster mentioned, can rear it’s head at any point in a person’s life. It is often triggered by an event, even something as insignificant as having blood drawn. Celiac disease can cause neurological problems as well as gastrointestinal issues. Luckily, it is easily treated by diet. Celiacs must avoid gluten, the protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and oats, for life. It’s not as big of a deal as it sounds. Visit www.celiac.com and www.glutenfreeforum.com for more information on Celiac. Please, get yourself to a doctor and get tested. Untreated Celiac can cause serious health problems such as anemia, malnutrition, osteoperosis, osteopenia, and certain types of cancer.