| Subject | Date Asked |
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| IBS diet and Gluten Free | 11/16/2009 |
Q: Heather, how do I modify your diet to match my gluten free diet? I have been diagnosed with IBS and ...
A: The key is just to focus on the soluble fiber foods that are gluten free - things like rice, rice ...
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| Excessive Smelly Gas | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I understand that everyone has gas, but believe me, the amount I have is abnormal and painful. I ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/footer/gas.asp but it is addressing gas as a part of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. ...
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| IBS | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I have IBS and there are times I am not able to digest certain foods. They basically come right out ...
A: I'm not familiar with that drug and really can't address this. I would definitely ask your doctor ...
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| colon cleansers | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I just wondered whether you would recommend colon cleansers or would they do nothing (or even make ...
A: They are unnecessary at best and liable to make IBS drastically worse. I don't know why licorice ...
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| IBS supplements | 10/27/2009 |
Q: Do young people mostly get IBS between 20 and 40 say? Is IBS always long or do a lot of people grow ...
A: though the older you are when symptoms begin the more tests you'll need to rule out other problems. ...
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| Turkey and IBS | 10/19/2009 |
Q: Why is it that for the last 5 yrs I can't eat turkey without having a major IBS attack.
A: including turkey, should be safe for IBS. The skin and dark meat are too high in fat and can cause ...
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| IBS Question | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I'm 18 and have had IBS since I was 15. The symptoms such as pain and weakness and the many stomach ...
A: There are lots of natural alternatives to laxatives and anxiety meds that can work better for IBS ...
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| Fats | 10/6/2009 |
Q: I used to get terrible bloating after meals, even something light like a chicken ceasar. I tried ...
A: so cutting back on those would likely help bloating. You might see a gastroenterologist for some ...
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| Gut Pains | 10/4/2009 |
Q: My appetite has never been good is varies from week to week, I've always had problems putting weight ...
A: I cannot diagnose you, you really need to see a gastroenterologist for that. It could be anything ...
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| stomach pain | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I have been dealing with stomach pain my whole life. I have been in and out the hospital and I have ...
A: My heart goes out to you. If you have been diagnosed with IBS then following the IBS diet ...
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| Gluten free and fiber | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I have 2 quick questions. I'm interested in starting your diet but I have Celiac Disease, can you ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/news/newsletter/07/032007.html that's really helpful. With commercial gluten ...
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| IBS Symptoms | 9/24/2009 |
Q: However, I have noticed that I have really bad back pain, abdominal pain, and I also feel like ...
A: you need to see a gastroenterologist. The diagnostic criteria for IBS, symptoms, test you might ...
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| your books | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I have the ibs cookbook and the ibs guide for starters and I am confused because in both books it ...
A: Try decaf green tea, or even better try herbal teas such as peppermint, fennel, or chamomile. Those ...
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| IBS? | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I am a 26 yr old woman, everytime I eat or drink the smallest amount my stomach gets severely ...
A: but you really need to see a GI doc for a diagnosis. Lots of other things can cause IBS-type ...
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| Bloating after lunch | 9/19/2009 |
Q: My husband has a big belly, although not fat-the rest of him is pretty skinny. He has been checked ...
A: Mornings are often worse for people, for example. Can your husband try snacking a little throughout ...
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| Breakfast mix and all-day gas | 9/16/2009 |
Q: I am no stranger to IBS as I've been dealing with it for most of my life. I have a question ...
A: Sure thing! One last point - if you have problems you can pinpoint to wheat, especially non-whole ...
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| Breakfast mix and all-day gas | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I am no stranger to IBS as I've been dealing with it for most of my life. I have a question ...
A: I would avoid all artifical sweeteners, including Splenda (check here ...
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| Gas / Flatulence | 9/13/2009 |
Q: I have some questions I'm hoping you can help with. I've been diagnosed with IBS. My biggest ...
A: That would work much better than peppermint or spearmint for those symptoms (mints are better for ...
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| IBS | 9/8/2009 |
Q: I haven't been officially diagnosed with IBS, still completing some testing for confirmation. ...
A: Some people have symptoms in a very set pattern like you, some people don't. If your symptoms are ...
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| IBS- | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I have had just about every test done to diagnose these stomach problems i have had.The only thing ...
A: but I can give you the diagnostic criteria and symptoms that characterize IBS. That info is here ...
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| Yogurt | 8/27/2009 |
Q: Heather I think I wrote to you a few weeks ago, but I thought I would send you a follow up. Its real ...
A: That is the most important thing. It might be the probiotics in the yogurt that did it. Getting ...
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| Terminal Ileum | 8/9/2009 |
Q: I have been diagnosed (after MRT) of having an infection of the terminal ileum. Symptoms have been ...
A: I can't make any diagnostic predictions for you. I can give you dietary information that is likely ...
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| help?? | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I'm an 11 year old girl, and im having some colon issues... My mom said that im just constipated. ...
A: If you have not had a bowel movement in two weeks, you really do need to see a pediatric ...
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| fennel | 7/22/2009 |
Q: Heather, I am a big fan of you and your products. I have been using the tummie fiber for about 6-7 ...
A: If you're still having constipation, keep gradually increasing the Tummy Fiber. You may have to work ...
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| Abdominal pain | 7/18/2009 |
Q: Upper central abdominal pain, male, 23yo. Diagnosed with mild gastritis after having an endoscopy. ...
A: I don't think I'm going to be of much help here. I cannot diagnose you, but the symptoms you ...
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| IBS | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I STARTED LAST WEEK TAKING ACIDPHILIUS AND CITRUSEL LAST THURSDAY. I SEEM TO BE NAUSEATED IN THE ...
A: so I would definitely see your doctor if you don't have a firm medical diagnosis of IBS. Please ...
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| probiotic | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I've just taking a dairy free liquid probiotic for my extreme IBS constipation and was wondering how ...
A: I'd keep using the product for at least three months to see if it will consistently help you. I'd ...
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| acacia fiber | 7/7/2009 |
Q: I have been taking your acacia tummy fiber for about two weeks and have noticted that my stomach has ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/messageboards/ubbthreads/showthreaded.php?Cat=&Board=diet&Number=35661&page=0&v ...
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| ibs or not ??? please offer help | 7/5/2009 |
Q: i recently had a problem that landed me in the ER for 12 hours .. i ate dinner 3 nights ago.. went ...
A: but I cannot diagnose you. If this is the first time you've had such an experience, it doesn't seem ...
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| Irritable bowel syndrome | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I'm wondering about my symptoms, if possibly I may have IBS? I went to a Dr. about 4 months ago and ...
A: but I cannot diganose you. I can give you the diagnostic criteria for IBS, symptoms, questions to ...
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| Does this sound like IBS? | 7/1/2009 |
Q: For the past four years, I've been suffering from IBS-like symptoms. It all started after a ...
A: I can't diagnose you, but I can say that your symptoms and experiences could be a match for IBS. ...
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| flare ups | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I just wanted to double check. I remember you saying that ibs can sometimes act up all of a sudden ...
A: this can sometimes happen, though the better you can manage your symptoms, and the longer you stay ...
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| tea question | 6/23/2009 |
Q: Hey I was wondering how many cups of tea( fennel, mint, chamomile) is good to drink everyday for ...
A: so if symptoms are severe you may want to have a good 6-7 cups a day at first to try and get things ...
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| IBS Symptoms? | 6/21/2009 |
Q: I'm a 20 y/o female,normal health,doesn't smoke or drink, but i do have bouts of gastritis. I would ...
A: but you really need to see a GI doc for a diagnosis as other problems can cause the same symptoms ...
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| Protein | 6/12/2009 |
Q: Heather I keep giving up foods to get relief from the bloating, but find it returns and I have to ...
A: you don't have to go vegetarian or vegan, though either option is possible with the IBS diet. ...
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| ibs | 6/7/2009 |
Q: Also I think ive began to notice a pattern that everytime about a week and a half before my period ...
A: that's very common. There's full info here http://www.helpforibs.com/footer/pregnancy.asp Eat small ...
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| IBS-spasms etc | 6/4/2009 |
Q: I have had IBS for several years. It flares up usually for a short period of time around this time ...
A: especially since this may have more to do with your prostate than with IBS. Also, make sure they've ...
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| bowel pain | 6/3/2009 |
Q: my downsyndrome daughter (43) has had bowel pain after every bowel movement for almost 10 months. ...
A: I can't diagnose her, but I can give you the diagnostic criteria for IBS here ...
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| ibs | 6/2/2009 |
Q: Hmm thanks Heather that was really helpful. A few other questions I have are , is soy sauce ok to ...
A: the list is here http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/fiber1.asp But fish, skinless turkey/chicken white ...
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| IBS & Mesenteric Lymph Nodes | 5/30/2009 |
Q: Is there a relationship between IBS and enlarged right mesenteric lymph nodes? Tim
A: this would be a red flag for something other than IBS, and you'd need to see a doctor for a ...
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| ibs | 5/29/2009 |
Q: Hmm thanks Heather that was really helpful. A few other questions I have are , is soy sauce ok to ...
A: For granola bars, desserts, and cocoa you have to read the ingredients and avoid triggers like ...
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| ibs | 5/25/2009 |
Q: helpful or knows what they are talking about! Ive been following your diet for like a month now and ...
A: I have never found food journals helpful because IBS can respond almost immediately to a trigger ...
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| ibs | 5/22/2009 |
Q: kk, thank alot. But what if I want to buy a pasta sauce for pasta from the grocery store which one ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/messageboards/ubbthreads/showthreaded.php?Cat=&Board=diet&Number=120336&page=0& ...
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| ibs | 5/19/2009 |
Q: first of all can i eat peanut butter? also you say to not eat cheese , oil or sauces...so what can ...
A: Start on this page http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/ and follow the links through. For fats like ...
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| Cant eat lunch | 5/18/2009 |
Q: Heather I am not obese for a 50 year old man and dont carry a lot of fat. I count calories and ...
A: so I'm not sure how much I can help you. It is possible for not just what you eat, but how you eat, ...
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| Gluten or not | 5/17/2009 |
Q: I recently read what appeared to be a very informative report from a professional who claims that ...
A: There are a lot of studies showing that dairy products are associated with many more health problems ...
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| ibs | 5/15/2009 |
Q: so basiclley sometimes it can be upper to ? The other thing is for some reason i had a bowel ...
A: Even with just one person, symptoms come and go and can vary. By definition, IBS is chronic but ...
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| ibs | 5/14/2009 |
Q: i got checked for a bunch of things , ive been having awful stomache pains for about a year and a ...
A: That means diarrhea, constipation, or alternating. Some folks have pain radiate from their lower ...
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| Gas formation in stomache | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I am getting abdominal pain from morning 11 a.m, I am a working proffessional sitting in office.When ...
A: I can't diagnose you and tell you what is going wrong. You really need to see a doctor for that. I ...
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| New to IBS | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I just found out that I have IBS. You all know how it goes. Mine starts out with severe gas, then a ...
A: and there is a lot of information in this area to give you. Start reading here ...
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| IBS-D (diet worked for 14 days) diarrhea back | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I ordered everything and have been religious about the diet. It was a miracle for 14 straight days ...
A: If there's really nothing you can pinpoint with diet, stress, etc. that has changed then just hold ...
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| Chest pain & stomoch burn - IBS | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I am siva Kumar From Hyderabad-INDIA... Thank you very much for this forum to share the problems ...
A: IBS is not in any way related to heart conditions. It should not cause short breath or chest/neck ...
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| More information for Heather | 4/21/2009 |
Q: You wanted to know what the Hiatal Hernia diet restrictions are. The diet restrictions are no: ...
A: You have to avoid caffeine, pop, and fried foods with IBS as well, so there is nothing extra here ...
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| Symptoms of IBS and ways to manage it through diet. | 4/19/2009 |
Q: I have been experiencing these symptoms for a long time and realize that there must be something ...
A: but you definitely need to see a gastroenterologist for a proper diagnosis. The diagnostic criteria ...
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| IBS | 4/18/2009 |
Q: I was hoping you could answer my questions, that my sister and I have. We both have IBS, and Hiatal ...
A: There is IBS dietary info starting here http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/ and I'd take a look at that ...
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| Red Meat | 4/15/2009 |
Q: Heather I haven't been diagnosed with a specific condition but I have suffered from ...
A: and really no benefits. If you can give it up, that should only do you good. In general, the ...
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| Mineral oil 1 tbsp. a day. | 4/13/2009 |
Q: How long a time can I take this for constipation?Thanks!
A: this would be a question for your doc. I don't know anything about the long term safety of mineral ...
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| acacia | 4/11/2009 |
Q: Im very interested in acquiring some Gum arabic / acacia powder to help treat Irritable Bowel ...
A: I have only seen it as a soluble fiber supplement in a powdered form. I would certainly make sure ...
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| possible ibs | 4/10/2009 |
Q: I have a question for you. Since June of 08', I have been having looser stools than normal, just ...
A: If you've had basic blood work to check for inflammation and all is negative, and you don't have red ...
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| possible ibs | 4/9/2009 |
Q: I have a question for you. Since June of 08', I have been having looser stools than normal, just ...
A: you don't fit the diagnostic criteria for IBS, but there are other functional bowel disorders that ...
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| ibs | 4/8/2009 |
Q: Ive been diagnosed with IBS by a gastro doc a few years ago. 1.ive just ordered your book from ...
A: 1. FOS (and inulin) ferments very rapidly in the gut, which can cause extreme bloating and gas. You ...
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| ibs | 4/7/2009 |
Q: Ive been diagnosed with IBS by a gastro doc a few years ago. 1.ive just ordered your book from ...
A: 1. You ordered the UK edition of the First Year IBS book. The covers are different, and the UK ...
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| Peppermint | 3/31/2009 |
Q: I have IBS-C with nausea and a little bit of mild discomfort but not really pain. My understanding ...
A: spasms, cramping, bloating, gas, and nausea. If you use peppermint oil caps that also have fennel ...
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| eaking the cycle | 3/27/2009 |
Q: I've been diagnosed with IBS. Found your website and I am 2 days into just eating soluble fiber to ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/diet/faq.asp#break_cycle ) is meant to be done for 3-4 days at most. If you ...
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| IBS, Gallbladder, or something else? | 3/26/2009 |
Q: All my life I have issues with going to the bathroom. For a while it was I was constipated and could ...
A: I am not a doctor and I can't begin to diagnose you, I can only point you to resources that can help ...
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| IBS and lactose question | 3/23/2009 |
Q: I have had IBS since I was a child (gas, diarreah, pain, etc.). Recently, I've started to try to ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/diet/ There's specific info about dairy and IBS here ...
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| Ph and IBS | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I've read that your PH balance in your blood can greatly effect your total body function and ...
A: IBS is a brain-gut dysfunction and has nothing to do with the PH of your blood. There is info on IBS ...
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| ibs,detox | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I have hypothyroidism, and irritable bowel syndrome and some life distrubtive urine problems. I ...
A: but for IBS there is no need to "detox" anything out of your system. You simply need to eliminate ...
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| lactose intolerant? | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I know there is no possible way to diagnose me online but I'm looking for an opinion to see if I ...
A: At a minimum you need to be checked for inflammatory bowel diseases and celiac. IBS will not cause ...
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| bowel movements | 2/25/2009 |
Q: i have had way too many bowel movements for months now, and aslo experience pain at times in lower ...
A: There is diagnostic criteria for IBS here http://www.helpforibs.com/footer/ibs.asp Do NOT use a ...
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| RE: Menstruation in relation on IBS | 2/18/2009 |
Q: I am a 36 old female who has had IBS since '2006. Most of the time by watching my diet, exercising ...
A: this is very common. In fact, there is a whole section of the IBS Research Library devoted to the ...
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| IBS-C | 2/8/2009 |
Q: i suffer from constipation everyday. i use to be able to have regular bowel movements, but then i ...
A: a harsh stimulant laxative which is definitely not something you should take regularly, let alone ...
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| Bloatedness | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I suffer from a lot of gas and wind due to IBS and it gets worse about 2 weeks before my menstual ...
A: but I haven't ever heard of IBS influencing menstrual cycles. All of the research I've seen on ...
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| IBS | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I am a 21 year old healthy male. i work out and play sports. i recently was diagnosed with IBS. The ...
A: I am not really familiar with polyps, but I would ask your doctor if it's typical for someone so ...
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| Frequent Urination | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I was wondering, in your experience talking with people about IBS, is the feeling of a full bladder ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/footer/ibs.asp). IC and IBS do tend to overlap - they both are disorders of ...
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| IBS-C | 1/13/2009 |
Q: My problem is that I don't have a complete evacuation and I feel bloated after the fact. I feel ...
A: You should definitely be avoiding coffee (even decaf) for example. Check here for why ...
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| Tummy Fiber and Motility Disorders | 1/11/2009 |
Q: because of your excellent answers to a previous question I am now considering using Heather's Tummy ...
A: particularly VSL #3. I believe that's only available on line - search Google. You can also check the ...
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| IBS | 1/4/2009 |
Q: Having read your book "Eating for IBS" I see that you suggest a lot of bread be eaten, and fish. ...
A: Instead of breads you can use oatmeal, barley, root veggies, quinoa, bananas, rice, rice noodles, ...
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| Tummy Fiber and Motility Disorders | 1/3/2009 |
Q: because of your excellent answers to a previous question I am now considering using Heather's Tummy ...
A: You do still need a soluble fiber foundation to meals and snacks, and you need to use that add in ...
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| Bowel movement at night | 1/2/2009 |
Q: I have always had a weak bladder and am often woken at night by the need to urinate. In recent weeks ...
A: Just general hypnosis won't be nearly as helpful. There's a list of US practitioners with this ...
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| IBS with vomitting | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I was diagnosed with IBS years ago. It always starts out with abdominal pain-which increasingly gets ...
A: I have actually had that happen many times myself, and if the pain continues to escalate I will ...
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| IBS | 12/15/2008 |
Q: I have been feeling sick and have had diarrhoea for a few months,on and off. I also occasionally get ...
A: you really do need to see a doctor as I can't possibly diagnose you. There is full diagnostic ...
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| Back pain | 12/11/2008 |
Q: I am a 27 year old male and I suffer from IBS, my question is, does IBS cause lower and pain in the ...
A: IBS does cause lower abdominal pain and/or discomfort. Because the body trunk is so densely packed ...
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| possible IBS? | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I'm not really sure what is going on with me. I am 28 years old with 4 children. I work out 7 days a ...
A: but I can't diagnose you. I'm also not at all familiar with Hashimoto's disease. The diagnostic ...
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| Bloating,gas | 11/19/2008 |
Q: Heather I am 50 years old,good health bit with abdominal obesity. Its not really fat-it just sticks ...
A: everyone is "meat intolerant" in that red meat will increase anyone's risk of colon cancer and heart ...
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| Bowel movement at night | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I have always had a weak bladder and am often woken at night by the need to urinate. In recent weeks ...
A: You may want to see a gastroenterologist who specializes in motility disorders. You may have ...
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| Bowel movement at night | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I have always had a weak bladder and am often woken at night by the need to urinate. In recent weeks ...
A: but I can send you to the diagnostic criteria for IBS, which are here ...
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| IBS & Acid Reflux | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with IBS since 1997/1998. I also have Acid Reflux. I was wondering if the ...
A: but people with IBS are statistically more likely to have GERD/acid reflux than people without IBS. ...
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| Constipation | 11/7/2008 |
Q: Hey.. I was wondering if you could give any advice on children and constipation? It has been over ...
A: Has your daughter been diagnosed with IBS? They need to run some tests and rule things out, and then ...
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| IBS symptoms at night | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I have had IBS since I was 18, so 12 years now. Four years ago, after the birth of my 1st child, ...
A: Waking up at night from pain is not considered typical for IBS, and is a "red flag" that means ...
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| IBS | 10/9/2008 |
Q: for the past few months I have had some very frustrating issues. I have developed what I thought to ...
A: This doesn't mean you'll have to change your diet or take medicine, but you do need to know what's ...
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| IBS | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I was diagnosed with IBS in 1981. I was 18 at the time. After 3 children I still have this. I ...
A: Check here http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/ and just keep reading through. There are many pages of ...
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| IBS GAS PAIN | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I've had IBS for years and because of your book, I've changed my eating habits considerably. It has ...
A: Gas pains can migrate up or down your trunk, but I haven't heard of someone having pain this severe ...
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| Irritable Bowel Syndrome | 9/23/2008 |
Q: Hey! About two years ago, I came down with IBS. I wasn't even a teen yet. It started off with a ...
A: You have actually already discovered a lot of the common triggers and some safe foods, but check ...
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| ibs/bloating/spasms | 9/11/2008 |
Q: even w/the soluble fiber first i am constantly bloated & my stomach extended, so uncomfortable, ...
A: Check here http://www.helpforibs.com/footer/bloating.asp for detailed info. For your fiber ...
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| My son (15) has been diagnosed with IBS but we are unsure of the diagnosis. | 9/5/2008 |
Q: Reading your response to a previous question, you advised that vomiting is not a usual symptom of ...
A: and would be a red flag symptom that should prompt additional testing. There is full information on ...
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| IBS | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I was just wondering if the person who originally asked the question about having no peristalis got ...
A: Sometimes taking supplemental magnesium helps constipation, but you need to very careful with your ...
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| Collagenous Colitis | 9/2/2008 |
Q: My grandmother was recently diagnosed with Collagenous Colitis. At the momment she has been placed ...
A: I'm not familiar with this condition. I would make sure your grandmother sees a registered dietitian ...
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| nausea | 9/1/2008 |
Q: when I take Heather's Tummy Fibers I always get a feeling of nausea about 6 hours later and it lasts ...
A: so I'm mystified. Have you changed anything else? Have you tried taking the fiber with and without ...
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| frequent bowel movements | 8/31/2008 |
Q: I'm a 44 year old female. For the past 6 days, I've been having loose bowel movements every two ...
A: Any sudden onset of symptoms like diarrhea would be a red flag for all sorts of possible problems. ...
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| colon cleansing | 8/25/2008 |
Q: Hey, Heather, thanks for your time. In one of your answers, you described a good diet that made ...
A: regardless. If you have IBS, any kind of cleanse is likely to make you feel much worse, not better. ...
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| IBS??? | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I don't know if i have IBS or not, at this point, but i am constipated often. it helps that i have ...
A: which is medicinal strength, you should see less bloating and gas in just a few days if you're ...
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| Unknown Stomach Problem | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I am 23 years old and I have been in and out of the hospital for about 5 years now for stomach ...
A: I can't diagnose you, and it does sound like you have been given many of the most important tests. ...
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| Do I have IBS? | 8/9/2008 |
Q: I am a 39yr old mother of five kids.In 2006 I had a c-section and six months later I had my ...
A: and I'm so sorry for what you are going through. It is possible to develop IBS after an "insult to ...
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| ibs can u tell me if my symptoms are like ibs? | 8/1/2008 |
Q: i get bad stomach pains like a stabbing/labour sensation and am unable to go to the toilet sometimes ...
A: you need to see a gastroenterologist for that. But, I can give you full diagnostic info for IBS. ...
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| IBS and Celiac disease | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I am having trouble eating for both problems. Are there any resources that you know of that would ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/messageboards/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php Try both the diet and recipe boards - ...
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| Hair loss and IBS? or IBD? | 6/11/2008 |
Q: I have been tentatively diagnosed with post infectious IBS. There are more tests to do but my doc ...
A: but stress itself could cause the hair loss, and IBS can certainly cause stress. There shouldn't be ...
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| IBS or Ulcer? | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I have had loose stools for the past 8 or 9 months. I drink starbucks a lot and i think that might ...
A: but there is full diagnostic info here http://www.helpforibs.com/footer/ibs.asp that will give you ...
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| irritable bowel syndrome and diverticulosis | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I have suffered with ibs since I was 24 and I am now 42. About 7 years ago, after having a lower gi ...
A: there are still lots of things you can do. Definitely follow up with the new GI doc, as you need a ...
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| my husband's ibs | 3/29/2008 |
Q: My husband has ibs. Can I adapt the family's meals and eating practices to help him and keep our ...
A: There is a ton of info about that starting here http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/ - there is full info ...
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| need some answers please | 3/18/2008 |
Q: I was fine for about the first 6 months but then i started having really bad pains in my lower ...
A: It's extremely unusual for a 13 year old to need her gallbladder out. They also need to know for ...
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| Irritable Bowel Syndrome | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I have heard used all kinds of prescription drugs and diet changes over the past 3 years when I was ...
A: but there are some studies showing that they can help an overgrowth of bacteria in the intestines, a ...
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| 9 Yr old son and stomach problems | 2/27/2008 |
Q: For the past 2 months my son has been having problems with his stomach. After he eats he has to run ...
A: The symptoms he's having do match IBS but they could also match other disorders, such as ...
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| IBS | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH IBS APPROX 4 YEARS AGO, AND HAVE NOTICE THAT MY CONDITION HAS GOT A LOT WORSE, ...
A: you really need to see a GI doc and make sure there is nothing other than IBS going on. There is ...
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| IBS OR NOT | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I WAKE UP I HAVE TO GO TO THE BATHROOM THEN AT 9:30 I GO AGAIN, THEN I GO 2 TO 3 MORE TIMES ...
A: I can't diagnose you, but I can point you to the symptoms that dovetail with IBS, and which are ...
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| Does this sound like IBS!?*... | 1/10/2008 |
Q: Hey Heather, Well I'm 17 years old and i have an eating disorder which i was anorexic and now I'm ...
A: I can't diagnose you, you need to see a gastroenterologist for that. You have a number of red flag ...
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| Barium enema scheduled, scared | 1/9/2008 |
Q: For over 2 years I experienced thinning and flat stools. There is no cancer in my family. The ...
A: Assuming your tests all come back negative, it sounds to me like you just didn't have enough fiber ...
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| PLEASE HELP with my spasm | 12/17/2007 |
Q: Heather, I’m 25 year old female diagnosed with IBS by a GI a year ago. My IBS was diarrhea and a ...
A: It's not uncommon for people with IBS to have abdominal noises but usually once other symptoms are ...
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| IBS and ENDO | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I was diagnosed with IBS about 3 months ago, but I have been having symptoms since about March. ...
A: but I can tell you that endometriosis can definitely be misdiagnosed as IBS. Also, you can have both ...
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| IBS-D Is there an easy answer...or even just an answer?? | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I remember my tummy problems starting at the age of 14 when I would try to eat something early in ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/footer/ibs.asp including what your symptoms should be, what tests are ...
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| IBS with constipation | 11/25/2007 |
Q: I am a college student; 18 years old. I have been in the emergency room and countless doctors ...
A: I'd call your doc about the effect of the prescription - I don't know if it's normal for it to make ...
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| IRRITABLE BOWEL? | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I have been recently diagnosed with IBS,but I am not sure if that is the correct diagnosis or not. I ...
A: including gastritis. Your symptoms could certainly match IBS, including the severe pain. It's not ...
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| ibs | 9/10/2007 |
Q: about a year ago i went to the doctor and he said i have ibs...lately ive been nauses, weak and my ...
A: as far as I know there is no way IBS would delay your period. I suppose IBS attacks could be very ...
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| fiber supplements | 8/31/2007 |
Q: what is better for you, fiber supplements with physilium, or wheat dextros ? ANSWER: Hi - if you ...
A: There are numerous possible causes of constipation. Check here ...
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| fiber supplements | 8/30/2007 |
Q: what is better for you, fiber supplements with physilium, or wheat dextros ?
A: I actually wouldn't recommend either of these - especially not the psyllium. Check here ...
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| IBS and bile reflux | 8/23/2007 |
Q: which the IBS apparently is causing. bowel symptoms and loud stomach noises usually coincide with ...
A: I haven't heard of any specific connection. I have heard of people having problems with bile dumping ...
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| Gas | 8/19/2007 |
Q: i have taken your peppermint capsules for about 6 months, and they have really helped me. About 4 ...
A: and if you're prone to gas after breakfast I'd make sure you take a capsule before you eat. Gas and ...
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| ibs | 8/18/2007 |
Q: is acid reflux and ibs connected
A: but people with IBS are statistically more likely to have acid reflux as well. The dietary changes ...
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| IBS? | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I am a 32 year old gentleman staying in South Africa. I frequently have the following symptoms 1. ...
A: but I can't diagnose you. You need to see a doctor for that. There is complete diagnostic info that ...
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| multiple bowel movements | 6/23/2007 |
Q: I an a 21 year old female, and I am writing because I recently stumbled upon a problem that someone ...
A: I don't know what she found out and I can't diagnose you. I can send you to diagnostic information ...
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| main symptom is pain | 5/3/2007 |
Q: Hey, I've been suffering with unimaginable gut pain for the last couple of years, and I've been ...
A: you don't fit the diagnostic criteria of IBS, which requires that you have diarrhea and/or ...
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| Prenatal Vitamins | 4/29/2007 |
Q: I have been suffering with IBS for about 10 years. I recently got married and the stress sent my GI ...
A: you're right, for most folks vitamins can cause problems. BUT - there may be some element to the ...
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| IBS and Nutrition Drinks and Hypnosis | 4/14/2007 |
Q: My wife has severe IBS and is bedfast a lot of the day. We have kept up with your website and you ...
A: I'm so sorry, I wish I had a resource for this. She may be able to add a liquid vitamin supplement ...
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| IBS pain at night | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I have had IBS for 16 years now and I even had a time when the symptoms seemed to almost ...
A: One is the effect vitamins can have on IBS - there's a lot of info about that here ...
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| Ibs | 4/1/2007 |
Q: My doctor says I have ibs,because of other things being ruled out.But all my pain & discomfort seem ...
A: but I have heard from others that their pain is more in the stomach area. What's most important is ...
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| ibs | 3/24/2007 |
Q: I was told I had crohns disease about 10 years ago. I have severe stomach pains with vomiting when I ...
A: it is possible, and not uncommon, to have both. You might try a soluble fiber suplement (it's the ...
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| IBS and Vomiting | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I am 17 years old and I was diagnosed last year with IBS. I have attacks which last for 1-2 days and ...
A: usually as a result of the intensity of the pain, cramping, and nausea. There's definitely a ...
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| Maybe IBS? | 12/19/2006 |
Q: I have noticed for the past year to year and a half that I no longer have a normal bowel movement. ...
A: but I can't diagnose you. You really need to see a gastroenterologist and get a firm diagnosis. ...
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| MUCUS IN STOOLS | 11/15/2006 |
Q: MY FRIEND IS ABOUT 65 YEARS OLD MAN AND PASSING MUCUS IN STOOLS FOR THE LAST 35 YEARS. FIRST IT WAS ...
A: I can't possibly diagnose your friend. I'd suggest he see another gastroenterologist and insist on ...
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| Bowel stomach problems | 11/6/2006 |
Q: It seems as if everything I eat (I don't eat bread or foods with flour) causes me to bloat and feel ...
A: but I can't begin to diagnose you. I can give you info about IBS, which is something you should ask ...
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| Abdominal bloating | 10/4/2006 |
Q: Heather I am 48. I have IBS characterised by abdominal bloating.No other health issues,just had a ...
A: first of all, you don't just have to live with it. IBS can be managed successfully a lot of ...
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| Can Too Much Fennel Tea Cause Diahrrea? | 9/23/2006 |
Q: Can Too Much Fennel Tea Cause Diarrhea? Question Hi, I have IBS/C and started drinking Fennel ...
A: For most folks fennel is really helpful for bloating and gas, and if anything it would also help ...
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| sever pain in stomach area | 9/19/2006 |
Q: my granson is 11 and has sever pain in his stomach area for the last 4 years. Had many test done on ...
A: It sounds like he might be. If that's the case, there are a lot of things that can help him feel ...
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| IBS | 9/17/2006 |
Q: My wife has had a bout with IBS with constipation that has kept her in bed or on the couch almost ...
A: IBS is chronic but intermittent. 77 straight days of constipation so severe your wife can't get off ...
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| IBS/Bowel disease? | 8/25/2006 |
Q: JUST WONDERING IF YOU CAN HELP. I AM 27, I AM OTHERWISE HEALTHY BUT GO TO THE TOILET, ON AVERAGE, 4 ...
A: Bowel disease is not IBS, and you need a firm diagnosis. See a gastroenterologist if possible, and ...
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| Diarrhea | 7/28/2006 |
Q: My wife has chronic diarrhea and takes a lot of Imodium AD. She eats a lot of fruit, fiber foods, ...
A: If she doesn't have pain, that precludes a diagnosis of IBS. There is a wealth of dietary info for ...
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| What are IBS symptoms... i may have it... | 7/26/2006 |
Q: I have been trying to figure out what my problem is. It is very hard to get an appointment with my ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/footer/ibs.asp with symptom info. No one knows the cause, but it stems from a ...
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| GI | 7/11/2006 |
Q: I have been diagnosed first with interstitial cystitis because pain was going up stomach did a ...
A: There's full info about both kinds of IBD here http://www.helpforibs.com/shop/books/firstyearibd.asp ...
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| head and stomach problems | 7/5/2006 |
Q: for two yeard I suffered mild tension headaches,sickness and stomach upset. presently I have been ...
A: IBS is chronic but also intermittent, so by definition symptoms come and go. There's full ...
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| IBS | 6/30/2006 |
Q: I have recently (in the last six months) been diagnosed with IBS and have since tried to read ...
A: For many people, IBS is a lifetime condition, and once they develop it disorder never disappears ...
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| stomach problems | 6/4/2006 |
Q: I have had bad diarahha and loose stools for about a month or so and go to the bathroom alot.After ...
A: but I cannot even begin to diagnose you. You really need to see a gastroenterologist and have some ...
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| Just want to be normal | 5/22/2006 |
Q: It seems as of the last year I've had a problems with constipation. Even though its only gotten ...
A: and if you can't eat bread or pasta that's a huge red flag. You may also have a simple wheat ...
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| proper digestion | 5/11/2006 |
Q: I have Crohn's disease, I know this isn't exactly your field of expertise but I was hoping you may ...
A: this is really outside my area. I certainly don't think enzymes and especially probiotics could ...
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| IBS/ IBD | 4/29/2006 |
Q: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN INFLAMATORY BOWEL DISEASE,AND IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME?
A: though some of the symptoms can overlap. There is full info about IBD here ...
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| ibs diet | 4/28/2006 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with ibs and i also have a underactive thyriod. I was wondering if you could ...
A: but there is a wealth of dietary info for IBS starting here http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/ You can ...
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| Abdominal pain/spasming persisting | 4/15/2006 |
Q: Doctor Sir, I am 65 years weight 62kg persisting stomache pain, though not severe. around centre ...
A: The symptoms you mention, "Spasming, gastritis, some times partial constipation and at times cramps ...
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| Colonix | 3/28/2006 |
Q: So I read all the previous questions that were asked of you guys here and both you and Margot do not ...
A: but I don't really have anything else to say about this that hasn't already been said on these ...
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| constipation | 3/8/2006 |
Q: I have had a problem with constipation my whole life. I have tried a number of laxatives with no ...
A: In general, you really want to avoid laxatives. Have you been diagnosed with IBS or with ...
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| IBS? | 2/17/2006 |
Q: For the past several months my husband has started to feel more gas and some pains/pressure in his ...
A: and make sure they've ruled out disorders other than IBS. His symptoms need to match the Rome ...
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| Could I have IBS | 2/9/2006 |
Q: I am continuosly havin severe stomach pains that go up and down from good to bad. If i go to the ...
A: but I can't diagnose you. Your symptoms could be from IBS or from many other problems. You'd need to ...
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| constipation | 1/16/2006 |
Q: My 21-year-old daugher has had her second bout with constipation in over a month. Each time, she ...
A: She needs to find out what she's dealing with - it could be IBS, or functional constipation, or ...
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| CONFUSING SYMPTOMS | 12/6/2005 |
Q: I hope you can help?, I am writing on behalf of my husband to ask about IBS that he was diagnosed ...
A: and stomach bloating is also really common. If these are symptoms that weren't present when your ...
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| Sugar Substitiutes | 11/16/2005 |
Q: In your book, you state that artifical sweetners are a trigger for IBS. What I want to know is, ...
A: and specifically addressed Splenda (which I would definitely put into the same category as ...
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| diet | 11/6/2005 |
Q: Read the books. What categories do the following fall into (safe, safe if careful or not safe)? ...
A: //www.helpforibs.com/messageboards/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php What's important is paying attention ...
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| IBS and Bloat...Yes, Another sufferer | 9/9/2005 |
Q: I have read your book(s) and reviewed the helpforibs websiteover and over...Another sufferer of ...
A: Personally, I'm lucky in that bloating is really not ever one of my own IBS symptoms - I'm pain ...
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| Gas | 8/23/2005 |
Q: I pass a lot of gas. I eat oatmeal, pasta, fish, whole wheat bread, olive oil, fruits and vegetables ...
A: and is thought to result from mis-timed contractions of the intestinal tract. People with IBS can ...
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| Multiple bowel movements - taking 1 1/2 hours to completely evacuate | 8/20/2005 |
Q: I am a 48 year old female. I have a history of diarrhea in the past and IBS/cramping/gas symptoms. ...
A: but this doesn't fit the diagnostic criteria for IBS, which is either diarrhea and/or constipation ...
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| Freedom | 7/6/2005 |
Q: I am fed up that whenever I wish to leave the house for any reason.. shopping, visiting friends, ...
A: which is just for a few days but should get you stable. That info is here ...
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| IBS | 6/27/2005 |
Q: I was diagnosed with IBS last year. I've suffered with major pain and passing out in the bathroom ...
A: and that you have received so little help. It should have been a doctor who pointed you to all of ...
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| IBS Help | 6/23/2005 |
Q: I am a 36 year old white male. I have had IBS for years. Initially, I had constipation. I still ...
A: Protonix and acid reflux have nothing whatsoever to do with IBS and diarrhea. You need to make sure ...
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| colon cleansing | 6/13/2005 |
Q: I am curious if you know whether it is advisable to take any colon cleansing products. I am a 34 ...
A: it is not advisable to take any kind of colon cleanser. It's likely to make you much worse, not ...
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| IBS-D | 6/12/2005 |
Q: I have IBS-D, irritable bowel syndrome, always with diarrhea, never constipation. I have had this ...
A: the very act of eating alone can trigger or worsen IBS symptoms. This is because with IBS, you have ...
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| IBS | 5/17/2005 |
Q: first a little history, I have IBS, I have had it for along time. Recently I have been bloated and ...
A: laxatives aren't a good idea, and for IBS they can often cause more problems than they solve. ...
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| Upper Abdomen Vs. Lower Abdomen | 5/15/2005 |
Q: Heather, How is the abdomen divided into upper and lower? I have abdominal pain, but I'm not sure ...
A: right or left side, can be from IBS. Usually lower GI pain means below the belly button, and upper ...
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| diet for IBS | 5/9/2005 |
Q: What sort of diet would you recommend for IBS patients? Thanks.
A: and a wealth of really detailed information here http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/ Just keep reading ...
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| A child of 6 with crohn's disease | 4/25/2005 |
Q: My granddaughter who is 6 years old has recently been diagnosed with crohn's disease. She was ill ...
A: Crohn's disease is really out of my league, but there is a great message board where you should ask ...
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| What Are The Symptons of IBS | 4/25/2005 |
Q: I would like to know what the symptons of IBS is. I sometimes get very painful cramp like spasms ...
A: Your symptoms could match, but they could also indicate another problem that only medical tests ...
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| I recently ordered and have... | 4/16/2005 |
Q: I recently ordered and have read your EATING FOR IBS. My GI has not in so many works told me that I ...
A: that's not IBS. If you mean that you're more comfortable lying down when in the midst of an attack, ...
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| Diet | 3/10/2005 |
Q: Can you please tell me the proper diet for someone who has IBS. Thank You Joel
A: you want a high soluble fiber foundation so you can carefully incorporate insoluble fiber foods, ...
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| Gas pains | 2/25/2005 |
Q: I have IBS with constipation latley I have had alot of gas and heartburn. I have pain in my upper ...
A: It can also radiate down the trunk into the lower back or legs. This isn't super common, but it can ...
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| IBS | 2/22/2005 |
Q: I have IBS, I also have boughts with sinusitis. I notice they seem to kind of go hand in hand. ...
A: but it's not uncommon that stress (and illness, including sinus problems, is certainly a stressor) ...
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| Stomach problems, symptoms | 2/18/2005 |
Q: I'm not sure if I have IBS, but I have had some horrible symptoms for the past 7 months like EXTREME ...
A: but I can't diagnose you, and it doesn't sound like any of the docs you've seen have officially ...
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| IBS | 2/17/2005 |
Q: I recently had a colonscopy, after which it was determined that I have IBS. I have only had symptoms ...
A: and pregnancy/childbirth sometimes fits this definition. There are also huge hormonal swings with ...
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| obtaining usa food in uk | 2/6/2005 |
Q: I have suffered for many years with ibs,diagnosed at 29 i am now 49,but i am sure i had it all ...
A: Check the IBS Message Boards here http://www.helpforibs.com/messageboards/ and in particular the ...
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| Prodiem vs. Metamucil or Equal | 2/1/2005 |
Q: I did post this question on your IBS Board but did not get a reply and a search of the subject did ...
A: as that's not available in the US. Methylcellulose should be just fine, and it can certainly be used ...
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| IBS HELP | 1/26/2005 |
Q: I have IBS and am having a terrible time right now. I am having cramps, frequent loose like ...
A: stop attacks, and break the cycle of IBS. The newsletter is archived here ...
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| Stomach Gurgling | 1/12/2005 |
Q: I am getting quite embarrassed by the sounds from my stomach when i go to university lectures in the ...
A: I'm not really sure of the best way to address this, except perhaps to keep your stomach filled with ...
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| DIET | 1/10/2005 |
Q: WHAT FOODS/DRINK SHOULD I AVOID TO PREVENT EPISODES OF CONSTIPATION ASSOCIATED WITH ...
A: and for full details start here http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/ In a nutshell, you want to ...
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| Irritable Bowel Syndrome | 12/22/2004 |
Q: I have stomache problem viz pain in upper admen, spasms, some time diarrohea, constimation, ...
A: but you need to have that diagnosis confirmed by a doctor. There are lots of possible causes of ...
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| At a loss... | 12/15/2004 |
Q: As the title line states...I am at complete loss as to how to deal with my condition at this point. ...
A: so don't give up! There's great general info about bloating and IBS here ...
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| IBS? | 12/6/2004 |
Q: I have been suffering from attacks of severe pain in my lower left pelvic area that radiates to my ...
A: and hopefully as soon as possible. Your family doc is not taking your symptoms seriously enough, and ...
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| ibs help | 12/5/2004 |
Q: I recently heard about a food intolerance test which takes a pin prick sample of a persons blood and ...
A: and results from a clinical study using the tests for IBS patients is supposed to be forthcoming. ...
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| Diverticulous & Metamucil | 12/5/2004 |
Q: I did pose this question on your IBS Board, I have been reasonably stable for a while but lately ...
A: and how they affect the gut. Insoluble fiber could certainly loosen stools, but soluble fiber will ...
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| IBS | 11/30/2004 |
Q: Would you say that feeling IBS symptoms every day is typical for some people? When I say that I feel ...
A: It's usually the result of bloating or gas. Folks with IBS can have excess bloating and gas, but ...
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| IBS | 11/29/2004 |
Q: A few years ago I was diagnosed with IBS. I was having abdominal discomfort and I went and saw my ...
A: so you and your mom could both have IBS but experience it differently. IBS is a disorder of the ...
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| IBS | 11/28/2004 |
Q: What is a good diet to follow for IBS?
A: you want a high soluble fiber, low fat, careful with insoluble fiber diet. You need to avoid trigger ...
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| Vitamins and IBS? | 8/5/2004 |
Q: I'd like to take a multi-vitamin and multi-mineral supplement just to be sure that I'm getting the ...
A: Vitamin and mineral supplements in general often cause GI problems for people with IBS. Ask your ...
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