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Ibs for nearly 3 years

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Beckyw37
Beckyw37

I’ve had tummy troubles since Oct 2015 I’ve been on and off to the drs as I have treatment they work then I get a different symptom. Im never 100% normal and always very aware of my stomach. I’m currently suffering really badly with acid and I’m on two antacids but not really helping. My real question is - is this normal to be constantly getting new symptoms.

sometimes I have pain in my right side bowel sometimes just under ribs in the middle of my tummy. Sometimes cramp, sometimes bloating always burping. My bowel movements are regular and normally twice a day and they’re fairly ok although when I need to go it happens quickly.

any thoughts?

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  • dilys83010
    dilys83010 Beckyw37

    Posted

    Have you been diagnosed with ibs

    I have had ibs for years but I don't get different symptoms may be a trip back to doc for you

    • Beckyw37
      Beckyw37 dilys83010

      Posted

      Yes I have. 

      Im booked in next week to discuss long term mamanaging of it.

  • esmelnick
    esmelnick Beckyw37

    Posted

    My symptoms are similar to yours. I also get lightheadedness. I don’t have any recommendations for you I’m afraid. Good luck
  • pippa58442
    pippa58442 Beckyw37

    Posted

    IBS symptoms can change over time.  If your stools are urgent, this sounds like a change of bowel habit which is common with IBS.  IBS will come and go in response to stress or food.  Have you tried Low Fodmap or a food diary.  Are you under any stress?  Some flare ups will be mild, moderate or severe.  
    • Beckyw37
      Beckyw37 pippa58442

      Posted

      That’s good to know. I say urgent not where I have to run to the toilet but I get strong feelings when I need to go. I only say urgent becase my husband always comments that I was quick! I've tried low fodmap and was supposed to go on fodmap but lost too much weight so didn’t. This was all through a nhs dietician. No stress really. How long will a flare up last? 

    • pippa58442
      pippa58442 Beckyw37

      Posted

      Flare ups vary for everyone.  They can last anything from hours,,days, weeks or months.  My first flare up lasted three and a half months.
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