Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Question: How common is Irritable Bowel Syndrome among student? I have terrible irritable bowel syndrome and I eat healthy. Stress. Pent up emotions. ANy cure?

Answer: have u been to a dr. ????

Question: How do we know Hitler had Irritable Bowel Syndrome? "Hitler's health has long been the subject of debate. He has variously been said to have suffered from irritable bowel syndrome, skin lesions, irregular heartbeat, Parkinson's disease, syphilis, and a strongly suggested addiction to methamphetamine." Did he complain of constipation and bloating or what?

Answer: If he had Parkinson's as they say he did, the he definitely had a lot of Gastro Intestinal problems. Severe constipation, IBS, GERD and almost anything else that could be imagined are an integral part of Parkinson's disease...heart problems would not be a supprise......I would have doped myself silly back then because of the lack of any real medication for PD

Question: If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome, what is safe to eat? Hi, I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome, which I only just learned about recently. After years of suffering and testing at my GI's office, we have to come to attribute my condition to IBS. I am trying to eat safer foods, but have put on some weight with all the breads that I chose (breads are safer). I would love to eat some healthier foods, but those are the gasiest for me (fruits, vegetables, salads). Does anybody who is also suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome have any ideas for foods that I can eat?

Answer: I would like to give you examples of what a doctor would tell you to eat.but as a nurse I have had patients tell me all different kinds of foods work for different people---one lady told me black coffee--hey it worked for her but I wouldn't reccomend it---stay away form rich fatty food-spicy foods--ice cream ect...The best Doc I ever knew used to tell his patients-----everything in moderation and to always take ''beano'' with every meal..........

Question: Can menstrual cramping be caused by irritable bowel syndrome? I discovered a few days ago that I mostly likely have Irritable Bowel Syndrome. I started this new medicine, and I noticed today that I have menstrual cramps. They feel different, though, like they aren't being caused by my uterus contracting, but maybe by the muscles that are superficial to the uterus, because they also seem to reach farther up. I'm not quite sure what they are. Any ideas? Thanks!

Answer: Are you menstruating? It depends on what your symptoms are that the new medicine is trying to target. If you have ad frequent bouts of diarrhea you may have started a med to slow the bowel down, alternatively if you have had constipation you may need a medicine to speed the bowel up a little. Either way, this new medicine is likely given you a few side effects-which is the cramping that you feel. This problem should pass as your body adjusts to the medication. Did your Dr. discuss with you trying the "Elimination diet"? This is generally used for food allergies, which often wreak havoc with the bowels. There is no sense in taking medicine for the symptom (IBS) IF there is an underlying cause that can be treated and eliminate the problem. Not all IBS suffers have food allergy, but MANY do!! Look online for guidance on the diet. Once you have carefully cleaned up your food intake (always reading labels!) you can get a sense if your symptoms subside or improve. The most common irritants that lead to bowel problems are wheat, yeast, sugar and dairy. Talk to your Dr. and let him/her know you would like to try this and see if you get the benefit. Thankfully there are many alternatives to wheat and dairy so you can eat a delicious and varied diet without feeling deprived, but more importantly without the discomfort of IBS>

Question: What is the best dry cat food brand for a cat with Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS? My cat has irritable bowel syndrome and the vet has suggested Hills dry food for sensitive cats as a way forward to combat his diarrhoea. I just wondered if anyone else had any experience with cats with IBS and what they feed them as im worried my vet may be advising that brand as its the only one they sell! Price isn't important, it just needs to be super bland! Many thanks!

Answer: I have done a raw food diet for my cats for nine years now. In my experience with a number of raw feeding Yahoo groups the problems with IBD in cats frequently resolves in a few days on a raw diet. It is something you should look into. It is well worth the effort if it "cures" your cat. At the very least try some totally grain-free canned cat food as the grain is what causes the problem with cats. Wellness and Instincts cat food are mostly meat (Instincts has some vegetable matter). The Hill's precription diets are poor quality and they all use grains in their formulation as does most any dry food.

Question: What is a proper diet for Irritable Bowel Syndrome? What foods should someone avoid who has Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Are there foods that are good for it? Any other tips? Thank you.

Answer: it'll take you the same amount of time to do a search on the web as typing this question but don't worry i got it for you. here's the link... http://www.ctds.info/ibs_diet.html

Question: Where can I find country songs about irritable bowel syndrome? There are lot of country songs about alcoholism -- where are the songs about other chronic diseases, like irritable bowel syndrome?

Answer: They are written--- On the Walls, of the Stalls. B : )

Question: What can i do to stop irritable bowel syndrome?? I been diagnose with irritable bowel syndrome for 4 years now and take medication daily called DICETEL. I don't take dairy products.I drink soy breuvages instead.I would like to eat more vegetables but a lot of them give me diarhea.Some fruts gives me stomach cramps.What can i do ?? How do you live with this disease.

Answer: Hi, It is important to talk to your doctor and perhaps a nutritionist as well. It is REALLY important to get a balanced diet even with food restrictions---the consequences down the road can be disastrous from a poor or unbalanced diet--anything from vitamin or nutrient deficiencies to electrolyte imbalances (which can affect your heart and nervous system--brain). I know that I have heard you can take immodium (loperamide) regularly in the small dose---like one caplet daily--but not sure how many times daily---specifically FOR helping with IBS. The medicine in immodium isnt like pepto---instead it only works on slowing DOWN the speed of the contractions through the intestions. Before doing this, I would make sure to talk to your doctor or a pharmacist though---to double check. Also, I am wondering if there may be another doctor your own doc could refer you to---a gastro-enterologist or someone who deals with IBS regularly? Good luck to you---my sister has IBS, and I know she has had a tough time with it.

Question: Are there any miracle medications for Irritable Bowel Syndrome? I suffer from irritable bowel syndrome and have done for the past year, I was just wondering if anyone was aware of something you may be able to take, preferably natural, that may really decrease the symptoms of ibs?

Answer: Well i can tell ya to not eat spicy foods... that helps a lot..

Question: Is wheat and fiber safe to eat if you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome? I've read that you aren't supposed to eat wheat somewhere, then I read somewhere else that you are supposed to eat wheat, grains, and fiber!! Which one are you supposed to stay away from? This is so confusing. Please help! I need to know which foods I am supposed to eat and which foods I am supposed to stay away from because I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Answer: Hi, it depends on the person really. People have different things which can irritate their bowel and for some its wheat and some its lactose and another person something else. All i can say is try eating foods and note down which ones give you the worst pain, bloating etc. This way you will find out which foods are good with your body and which ones aren't which can really improve a persons life if suffering from ibs...x