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Expert: Junko Date: 9/10/2004 Subject: Loose and burny stool from IBS?
Question Hey,
Well I finally went to the doctor for my digestive/stomach discomfort and problems. She said most of the symptoms look like IBS. Gave me a prescription of some pills that you put under your tongue. They are for abdominal pain. Though it seems like its worse after I take them for some reason. Dont know if coincidence or what. The thing is she said my diet change is more important. I still have bowel problems. Do you know if IBS can cause loose burny stools? I just hate the burny feeling when I go to bathroom.
Thanks
Answer Hi Kevin,
I'm glad you saw a doctor about your abdominal discomfort. I'm guessing that your doctor gave you a smooth muscle relaxant for your abdominal pain. Is that right? I'm not sure why a smooth muscle relaxant might make your pain worse, but it's quite possible that it might not ease your pain.
IBS can definitely cause loose stools/diarrhea. I think people might also experience a burning sensation. There are some alternative treatments to IBS that can also cause a burning sensation around the anus. Have you been taking any peppermint oil?
As your doctor has probably already told you, nobody really knows exactly what IBS is and what causes it yet. Unfortunately, this means that treating IBS involves a lot of trial and error in order figure out what works for you. Keep track of any foods that make your IBS symptoms better or worse. Stress can also cause IBS to flare of worsen, so try to keep yourself as stress-free as possible!
