I have had this problem for three years, off and on. I will have it for weeks at a time then be ok for a few days and it comes back full force... it gets to be so hard... I take immodium like candy and yet sometimes that doesnt even work. I have had an ultrasound with nothing to report and they have taken stool and blood samples and found nothing wrong.... I dont think its from stress, but what could be my problem... I eat well and do whatever I can to let it run its course when I'm home, But it gets to be a big issue at work. If anyone knows anything that could help me solve my problem please let me know ^_^
2006-08-02 15:21:51 · 26 answers · asked by Jessi K 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Talk to your doctor about irritable bowel syndrome diarrhea prodominant there are recent new studies being done and meds being trialed. Maybe you can get some help.
2006-08-02 15:27:25 · answer #1 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I myself suffer from inflammatory bowel disease, which sounds like what you have could possibly be either that or irritable bowel syndrome. You should go to see a gastroenterologist. Also, you should stop taking the Immodium. My doctor told me that that is one of the worst things that people do and it could make the problem worse. It should only be used in a situation where you need quick and temporary relief. You could try taking Fibercon. I thought my doc was crazy when she suggested that to me, but it also binds as well as regulates.
I'm not a doctor which is why I suggest that the first thing you do is consult with a gastroenterologist. I hope you feel better soon.
2006-08-02 15:34:10 · answer #2 · answered by lrwxyz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hopefully your doctor did upper and lower GI tests, checked your gall bladder, and colonoscopy to find out why you've had diarrhea for 3 years. I would suggest that you take acidophilous or probiotics (get at health food store or even Wal-mart). This will re-establish the normal bacterial flora in your intestines. Chronic diarrhea will empty the bowel of the normal "good" bacteria in your bowel as well as "bad" germs that may be causing the diarrhea. It is the good germs that help "hold things together" and make normal bowel movements. Take the acidophilous or pro-biotics as soon as the diarrhea starts and continue to take it for a few days after it stops. You might consider taking it for a few weeks or a month and see if the diarrhea stops completely. Yogurt is supposed to help but most of the culture is killed in the processing and will not be that useful. Hope this helps.
2006-08-02 15:49:07 · answer #3 · answered by School Nurse 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start recording everything you eat and your bowel habits. Find a different doctor, and get a second opinion. You may have Irritable Bowel Syndrome. I have a friend at church who has this problem and within just a few minutes of finishing a meal he has to go! He has learned what foods trigger it the worst and he stays away from them! Good luck. I know it is awful!
2006-08-02 15:28:33 · answer #4 · answered by pottersclay70 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok, first adjusting your diet would help. Fiber and dairy products will help 'stiffen' things up a bit. Also, if you're going to work, it doesn't hurt to take an over-the-counter anti-diarheal medication to keep it in check until your more able to let it run. Good luck. P.S. It probably is stress.
2006-08-02 15:26:46 · answer #5 · answered by westernndguy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop Drinking Milk and Eating Dairy Products NOW.
2006-08-02 15:33:10 · answer #6 · answered by boxing_fan_4_wlad 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go see a Gastroenterologist, and if you already have go see another one!! It sounds like IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) or Chron's disease. Go seach some websites, print off a symptom check list and take it to the doctors. Web MD is a good site to go to also.
2006-08-02 15:29:15 · answer #7 · answered by ustech84 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that is a symptom of Crohn's Disease
i hear a lot about crohn's Disease and that sounds like a symptom of it but if you can't rid of your Diarrhea then go see a doctor ask him or her if you might have Crohn's Disease because this is a really big symptom of this disease
and you might also look at what food laxatives may cause this as well i dont want to worry you in anyway but it looks like you have
a serious problem is it continues this is just my answer but i hope this can help you
2006-08-02 15:30:17 · answer #8 · answered by hoopz25 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you have a food allergy. Go to your doctor and ask to be tested for a gluten intolerance. I would bet that this is your problem. This is really under-diagnosed. Google it and check it out! Good luck!
2006-08-02 15:26:25 · answer #9 · answered by tieia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i notice you have cat ears. do you drink milk. if so. maybe you are lactose intollerant. try cutting out the dairy from your diet.
and see if that helps. if you like to eat cereal you can use soy milk. good luck. i hope everything comes out ok. in the end.
you might have irritable bowel syndrome. see a doctor.
2006-08-02 15:28:41 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋