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Ibs-D flare up and probiotics align? Does it help?

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eriikah95891
eriikah95891

So I've been going threw a flare up for a month or two in two weeks i finish taking prednisone that my GI prescribe which hasn't helped. I have diarrhea internal bleeding and cramping im also 6 months pregnant. my GI doctor prescribe me probiotics today soo My question is has anyone taken align probiotic? Has it helped and in how many weeks did u see results?

Thank you hope someone answers smile

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  • renata84902
    renata84902 eriikah95891

    Posted

    Hi, I've been taking VSL probiotics which really helped with my IBS. But you have to take for several months. It is not scientificly proven to help, but my gastroenterologist suggested and it did help.
    • eriikah95891
      eriikah95891 renata84902

      Posted

      Yes i just need it to help a bit smile are u still having frequent restroom trips? Or is it less now
  • Shelly54
    Shelly54 eriikah95891

    Posted

    Align has milk in so if that wont bother you should be okay but probiotics do see to help
    • eriikah95891
      eriikah95891 Shelly54

      Posted

      I am lactose intolerant should i give my doctor a call to see what other probiotics to take?
  • Shelly54
    Shelly54 eriikah95891

    Posted

    You can call your Doctor Bot there are alot of options for Probioics just make sure you read the label carefully
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