I have a severe pain in my upper right side, I was in the hospital for it. They said that the CT scan showed a thickening of the intestines, but that that's not uncommon and 9 out of 10 times the colonoscopy shows nothing. Could my IBS be causing this pain? I am in my early 20's and don't want a colonoscopy. I'm really worried about the pain, it's affecting my job, and life in general. Any advice? Also I was prescribed bentyl to see if it would help, anyone else on this, how long does it take to adjust to it? I'm constantly tired and don't feel "right" ? thanks!
2006-09-12 05:31:53 · 3 answers · asked by sar_nicky 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
It could well be IBS, I went thru much the same thing as you describe, including the colonoscopy, and yes, they gave me Bentyl as well.
The Bentyl is a smooth muscle relaxer and has the side effect of making you tired, can also cause dry mouth. But it is better, in my opinion, than the pain caused by the spasming of the bowel. I simply take the Bentyl at night before bed. With IBS, be aware that dietary patterns are usually the culprits that bring on pain, found out my triggers were chocolate and nuts. So, I don't eat that stuff any more. Might take some detective work on your part, but would give serious consideration to monitoring and altering your diet to prevent future attacks.
2006-09-12 05:36:40 · answer #1 · answered by essentiallysolo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A colonoscopy is no big deal. They give you medication so you are asleep (usually Fentanyl and Versed) so you will have no discomfort. You can go back to work right away.
Bentyl will make you very tired. It's used to stop the spasms in your intestines and is a relaxant.
2006-09-12 12:37:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had similar symptons. Please make your doctor check you for Celiac Sprue disease. One out of every 133 people have it. It sometimes is masked as IBS - it is very important that you have a colonscopy. They will drug you and you won't feel a thing. I swear to God. The prep for the colonscopy is far worse than the exam. Far, far worse! You have to drink this icky stuff that is the most nasty taste in the world to clean your system out. Have the colonoscopy - don't suffer!
2006-09-12 12:42:24 · answer #3 · answered by suzycrmchz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋