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IBS Solved - Cured

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2017_Win
2017_Win

I am cured.

I have been suffering with IBS for 12 years.  I take Cholestyramine powder daily for my symptoms.  My energy has been dramatically decreased over the past many years and I am always nervous when I go into a public place for fear of a, or multiple bathroom visits.  When the cramping starts I have no more than 3 minutes to find a commode.

Something change dramatically a week ago. 

I came down with a severe ear infection in one ear and an ear ache in the other during Thanksgiving week.  I went to my local urgent care clinic where I was given a strong dose of Amoxicillin.  I was prescribed two (2) pills, three (3) times a day or 6 pills daily for five (5) days.  Just as I was finishing the pills my wife and three sons came down with the flu.  I was the last one sick as I got it on Christmas day.

During the flu something happened that was very concerning.  Along with the vomiting, my diarrhea was milky (white).  I noticed it was mucus and there was a lot of it.  I almost went to the emergency room because it was so concerning.  Once my flu left me I decided not to take my medicine until my stomach/diarrhea told me otherwise.  I am a week out and I have still not had to take my medicine.  My bloating has ceased and my stomach feels very differently.  I haven't seen a normal stool in years, until recently.  I am no medical professional but I feel moved to share this because I know what people are going through.  I never thought to pray about my problem until recently because it has interfered with my work and my time with family.  I hope this helps someone.   

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  • 2017_Win
    2017_Win

    Posted

    I would add that I have been to several medical professionals about this problem over the years.  I have had an endoscopy, (2) colonoscopies, blood drawn, stool tests, chrons test, celiac tests everything under the sun.......  I tried different diets and eating under a % of fat content.  Nothing worked.  Until my ear infection/flu mishap that has sincerely cured my problem.  It might be early for me to celebrate but I can tell something has changed in my digestive system.  Best to all of you suffering.
  • corrie56290
    corrie56290 2017_Win

    Posted

    I believe if you are cured, then the antibiotics cured some type of bacteria ( SIBO , H Pyloro, etc.) so delighted for you!!!
  • pippa58442
    pippa58442 2017_Win

    Posted

    Do you hsve Bile acid malabsorption as well as IBS since you are taking the Cholestyramine sachets?
  • Garooba
    Garooba 2017_Win

    Posted

    Hi i have read your post but i am at a loss as to what cured you and would like to know please. You said that you had flu and was cured when you recovered from the flu. I have a bad cough or chest infection every winter and that has not cured my IBS
  • colleen78674
    colleen78674 2017_Win

    Posted

    Antibiotics are the main cause of people having IBS. Antibiotics will kill the good bacteria that is needed in your digestive tract. That 's why its very important that you take probiotics when taking antibiotics.

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