Title: Enteric-coated Peppermint Oil
Email Address: dg508@freenet.carleton.ca
Several messages have said that these capsules are not
available in the U.S. Although I am in Canada, a friend
purchased them for me. She got them at Martha's Natural
Foods in Naples, Florida, so I imagine they are available
elsewhere. They are manufactured by Enzymatic Therapy
Green Bay, Wisconsin 54311. (l-800-783-2286) The full title
is "Peppermint Plus Enteric-Coated Oil Complex.
Sat Jan 4 11:19:57 1997
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Title: Passing the gas
Email Address: tobrien@nash.mindspring.com
Of course, my gut hurts but I can tolerate that, but what I can't handle is the uncontrolled release of gas. Sometimes the explosive feeling tells me what's about to happen. Other times, like when I'm asleep, I pass gas without notice. I use Citrucel, and I use off the shelf anti-gas pills. But nothing works. Any suggestions?
Sun Jan 5 17:52:44 1997
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Title: peppermint oil alternative sourc
Email Address: ttidwell@SMTP1.CDFA.ca.gov
I have found that the readily available peppermints "Altoids" contain a fairly generous amount of pepper oil. I use this to help my soothe my irritated GI after an IBS cramp attack.
Fri Jan 10 16:48:29 1997
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Title: What REALLY helped me
Email Address: Mcstewart@aol.com
The elimination diet (a tasty one--not the usual rice and water)in this book helped me identify triggers to IBS (some of other info kind of radical). For me, changing to a low-fat diet did wonders, as fats really a culprit. Also, anyone know how I get a Memb. ID & password? Anywhere that I can obtain listing of regional self-help groups so can attend where I live?
Mon Jan 13 21:53:12 1997
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Title: A PAIN IN THE ASS
Email Address:
I HAVE HAD IBS FOR 12 YEARS AND AM SICK AND TIRED OF DOCTORS
TELLING ME TO JUST TAKE SOME METAMUCIL AND I WILL BE CURED.
I WOULD RATHER BE MISSING A LIMB THAN TO HAVE THIS CONDITION.
IT HAS RUINED MY LIFE AND I AM A PRISONER IN MY OWN BODY.
I TAKE LOMOTIL,LIBRAX AND LORAZAPAM. I EAT ONE MEAL A DAY TO
AVOID PROBLEMS AT WORK. WHEN WILL THE INSANITY END.
Wed Jan 29 13:32:48 1997
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Title: menstrual pain
Email Address: sworthington@ciee.org
For the last eight months I have had severe menstrual pain accompanied by abodiminal pain, and bouts of diarreha and constipation. My symptoms are basically nonexistent the two weeks after my period, but are unbearable starting ten days before I start again. Last month fiber and a few Immodium tablets seemed to help, but this month isn't looking too good. Anybody else with these systems coinciding with their menstrual cycle?
Wed Feb 12 13:26:34 1997
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Title: Cures for gas
Email Address: kklein@boalt.berkeley.edu
I have been diagnosed with IBS for 2 years. The worst part for me
is gas. It's terrible at night, and makes me very bloated.
I've tried activated charcoal and drink peppermint tea every night.
Does anyone know of another way to control the embarrasing gas?
Many many thanks!
Wed Feb 12 22:49:50 1997
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Title: Pregnancy w/ IBS
Email Address:
I am pregnant and my IBS symptoms have gone away for almost 5 months now. I don't know why. I am taking pre-natal vitamins in addition to extra B-6 and Magnesium. I am also taking Ginger Root. I am curious as to whether anyone else can relate to this.
Mon Feb 24 13:46:41 1997
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Title: Just diagnosed - need help
Email Address: rjwragg@dmu.ac.uk
I am just been diagnosed with IBS. I am a 22 y.o. female and have been suffering with pain only. I also twice spent time in hospital in the last 4 years for appendicitis, which turned out not to be the case. Blood tests proved normal so by process of elimination IBS was diagnosed. Does this seem likely to you? Please e-mail.
Tue Feb 25 11:56:12 1997
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Title: Pregnancy & IBS
Email Address: wuhouse@mbox2.singnet.com.sg
I have this friend, she had IBS symptoms but never see a doctor before in regards to her problem. What happen was after she was pregnant and gave birth, all those symptoms disappeared. I defintely believe there is a connection. The Chinese believe that the period after giving birth is an important occasion for women. If during this period, extra tonics and other health food are consumed, the general well being of the woman will improve tremendously.
Wed Mar 5 01:22:30 1997
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Title: Mirc Chat Group
Email Address:
Does anyone know if there is a chat group around for IBS suffers. Please identify the group/channel should there be one.
Chronic IBS Sufferer
Mon Mar 10 19:25:41 1997
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Title: Aloe Vera Juice
Email Address: LHarris863@aol.com
I have a friend with IBS who has recently started drinking
Aloe Vera Juice, and has since found that she experienced a
substantial amount of relief from the symptoms of IBS. If
anyone is interested in trying this, make sure that the
product they buy has the seal of approval from the Aloe
Science Council.
Tue Mar 11 09:25:00 1997
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Title: Support Group
Email Address: slp97@aol.com
I am looking for an IBS support group in Illinois (Chicago area) or information on starting my own area support group.
Any information that could be provided would be of great use.
Thanks,
Rachel
Wed Mar 12 18:01:43 1997
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Title: IBS run in families?
Email Address: GUEST
I have IBS, and my mother and her sister have similar symptoms. Does anyone else think this tends to be a hereditary thing? I hate to think that any of my kids will have to suffer like this.
Fri Mar 14 21:20:38 1997
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Title: herbal remedies??
Email Address: karobert@mb.sympatico.ca
i have had crohn's for approx. 15 years,i am currently taking salofalk,prednisone, and prozak. i am wondering about going to homeopathic remedies, any suggestion's ?
Sun Mar 16 23:57:23 1997
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Title: crohns
Email Address: guest
Looking for herbal remedie......CROHNS.......read "Breaking the viscious cycle" by Elaine Gottschall, It will help you tremendously.
Tue Mar 18 01:14:49 1997
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Title: RESPONSE TO MIRC CHAT GROUPS
Email Address:
I haven't found any IBS chat rooms/groups, but some "Chat Servers" will let you create a room if there is a need. I'll check into this and see if an IBS room can be created, then maybe we can post chat times here (IBS help center) to inform everyone about times.
Tue Mar 18 16:26:32 1997
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Title: Heriditary
Email Address: stokest@juris.com
In response to the question on IBS being heriditary, YES I definitely believe it is. Doctors don't seem to believe it, but my aunt, father, sister and I all have symptoms of IBS.
Mon Mar 24 12:08:25 1997
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Title: IBS and Heredity
Email Address: stokest@juris.com
Yes I definitely do think IBS is hereditary. Contrary to doctors beliefs that is. My aunt, father, sister and myself all have IBS of some sort.
Mon Mar 24 12:11:24 1997
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Title: RE: Is IBS Hereditary?
Email Address:
My sister has gut problems, IBS & proctitis. We also share
the same violent stepmother and negligent father. My IBS
started during a traumatic period of my youth. I choose men
from similar backgrounds -- the ones who work to transcend
their pasts are better able to understand me. My boyfriend
has remissive colitis & IBS. How can we separate heridity
from environment? Only our future efforts to be a great
parents will tell...
Fri Mar 28 11:44:50 1997
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Title: chat room
Email Address: angelnMA@aol.com
This web site has been more helpful to me in seeking out
information, support, and remedies than all of the expensive
tests and medical advice i have received over the last 20
years since suffering with this debilitating disease. I too
am inquiring as to whether a chat room could be developed so
that we could share our ideas in a live foremat. I will be
watching for any developments in this area.
Sun Mar 30 09:45:34 1997
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Title: Dealing with "trots"
Email Address: moe@mts.net
I have struggled with this problem for a long time. Usually
after eating anything with any "grease" in it.
I usually have severe abdominal cramps with an episode.
Recently someone owning a Health Food Store recommended a
herb called CLT-X. I have been using it for approx. 6 months
and it has dramatically reduced the number of "episodes". I
have been able to eat more of the foods I love as well.
Mon Mar 31 00:38:45 1997
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Title: noisy bowels a.k.a. rumbly guts
Email Address: lfowler@hillknowlton.ca
Does anyone know a remedy for noisy bowels? If you have it you will know what I am talking about. Lately mine has been getting worse - could it be the charcoal I am taking? It sounds as if I have an alien in there!!! Any suggestions would be helpful - you can e-mail me directly....
Wed Apr 2 10:36:06 1997
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Title: Enteric coated peppermint oil
Email Address: jglendening@iworks.net
I recently tryed the peppermint oil tablets by Enzymatic Therapy and experienced a burning sensation similar to heartburn. This was followed by exaggerated neverousness the next day. Has anyone experienced these symptoms from this medicine??
Wed Apr 2 22:03:33 1997
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Title: Teas
Email Address: stokest@juris.com
Has anyone ever tried a tea called "Smooth Move" by Traditional Medicinals? It seems to work wonders for me, but I would like to know if it has helped anyone else. I have tried everything from over the counter to prescriptions for about the last 10 years.
Tue Apr 29 11:13:54 1997
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Title: Menopause, IBS and Donnatal
Email Address: Acertrout@AOL.com
Glad to find this self help window. I've had spastic colon all my life. Am 50 years old. NOw they say it is IBS. The worst part is the cramping -seems menstrual like. Anyone else get this? The only thing that has worked is donnatal - great for cramps but dries you up. ANyone else using it or have menopause ideas re IBS?
Sun May 4 16:57:15 1997
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Title: Dicetel experience?
Email Address: Lagoude@aol.com
I am suffering from severe (weight loss,osteopenia) IBS and h
have tried numerous treatments. I've just read about a new
drug available in Canada called Dicetel. Does anyone have
experience with this drug or any info? I don't want to make
a tiring, pointless trip to Canada. done it, been there, etc.
Thank you.
Mon May 5 05:07:02 1997
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Title: here's what helped me
Email Address:
I'm a 25 year old female who's been suffering from IBS for a couple of years. I have found from my own personal experience that drinking warm water in the mornings really helps. I also found that eliminating products made of white flour and totally eliminating caffeine from my diet helped a great deal.. I still have problems from time to time, but what helps me most is having smaller meals and making sure only one third of my stomach is full after a meal....I hope this helps sufferers out there....
Sat May 17 17:20:38 1997
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Title: Thank God I'm not alone.
Email Address: jbwilson@iaccess.com.au
Reading all the comments made by other people concerning
irritable bowel made me realise I'm not alone, nor am I
going mad. I do not know of anyone else with this condition.
It was very heartening to hear that I do not suffer alone.
One of my strategies is to put on my morning cereal one
dessert spoon of insoluble fibre - wheat bran- and one
dessert spoon of soluble fibre - oat bran.
It seems to help.
Fri May 23 00:28:38 1997
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Title: Do I have IBS?
Email Address: Becky2606@aol.com
At the moment I am doing my A lavels and have started feeling ill. I mentioned it to my doctor who said there was nothing wrong. Here are my symptoms: crippling stomach pain; bloating; constipation; nausea; loss of appetite and lower back pain. I tried taking Relaxyl but found that this did nothing to help. Could anybody advise me on this? Will it go away once my a levels are finished?
Mon Jun 2 18:06:40 1997
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Title: Pregnant with IBS
Email Address: kimberly.rotto@arrowsmith.com
I recently found out that I am pregnant and I am starting to have problems with IBS. I was diagnosed with IBS over 5 years ago and thought I was cured. Does anyone have any suggestions how I can help control the painful symptoms since my doctor will not allow me to take any medication? Thanks!
Tue Jun 3 10:44:53 1997
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Title: Looking for Fellow IBSers
Email Address: sheffke@hotmail.com
This message is for Nicola Main and Denise at edde@interpow.net.
I have been trying to get in touch with you.
Nicola-you sent me a message two days after I left my job to
move. The person that printed your message deleted your address
so please contact me again. I would like to correspond with you.
Denise-let me know if you have another email address.
To fellow IBS sufferers-Hang in there!
Thanks,
Kelly
(from Holland)
Mon Aug 11 18:08:15 1997
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Title: Peppermint caps in Canada
Email Address: zcarpent@istar.ca
I have had IBS for 8 years and have found more information here
than anywhere else.
Just wondering if anyone know somewhere in BC (Canada) that I could get pepermint capsules.
I would welcome hearing from anyone who has hints or ideas on how to cope.
zcarpent@istar.ca
Wed Aug 13 17:54:25 1997
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Title: Green Stool
Email Address: muskoka@bigfoot.com
Had IBS for 16 years. My stool has been green colour for the past four weeks. Never been like this before.
Doctor says my IBS is just pushing the stool through the system to fast.
Somebody else says I have a yeast infection?
Somebody else says I have a bacterial or virus infection.
Somebody else says its all in my mind, not the toilet bowl.
Any suggestions/comments will be appreciated.
Wed Aug 13 19:57:08 1997
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Title: SUPPORT GROUP
Email Address: BIGREDD@AOL.COM
I'm looking for a support group in the San Diego area. Thanks in advance...
Sun Aug 17 15:10:05 1997
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Title: IBS Male
Email Address: KCLUFOOD@AOL.COM
I am a 38 year-old male with IBS. I have been suffering for about 20 years. After a lower GI and colonoscopy, I was told everything looked normal except for "severe" spasms of the decending colon. I suffer from lower left side pain most of my waking hours. Flair-ups last for one to three months. Many publications I read say that IBS is mainly a problem with females. Are there other males in my situation?
Tue Sep 9 12:40:34 1997
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Title: Such a hassle!!
Email Address: guest from Switzerland
I have had IBS since 5 years now. Apparently due to a salmonella bacteria. This has made my life very difficult. Itry to live with it but end up discouraged after a while. Doctors say there is no remedy. I have a job where I need to travel alot and anxiety often takes over during my trips. How can I stop this from ruining my career? Any suggestions to make my life easier?
Sun Sep 14 09:48:14 1997
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Title: HELP
Email Address: Guest
Does anyone know of a support group for IBS in Europe?
Sun Sep 14 09:53:11 1997
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Title: Living with IBS
Email Address: amartin7@hotmail.com
I have had IBS since I was 18. I am now 24 and I am looking
for people my age who have the same thing as me. So if anyone
out there would like to talk about this problem we share,I wou
ld love to hear from you.
Mon Sep 22 13:15:31 1997
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Title: misery loves company
Email Address: jedwards@olypen.com
would like to hear from others with this problem.
Sun Sep 28 22:56:31 1997
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Title: IBS MALE
Email Address: OS03@MSN.COM
I HAD IBS FOR OVER 10 YEARS, MY PROBLEMS SEEM TO BE RELATED TO ANCIETY IN THE MOST STUPID OF ALL WAYS. BECAUSE OF THE WAY IBS IS (THE WAY IT COMES AND GOES) I DEVELOPED A TENDENCY OF WORRYING "WHAT IF I HAVE TO USE A BATHROOM WHILE AWAY FROM HOME" BELIEVE IT OR NOT. I KNOW IS NERVOUSNESS, BUT I CANT CONTROL IT!! ANY SUGESTIONS?? PLEASE DONT SAY RELAX. ONE MORE THING, HERE IS A HUGE TIP FOR ALL YOU IBS SUFFERERS, MAKE SURE YOU ARE NOT LACTOSE INTOLERANT AS WELL AS AN IBS SUFFERER.
Wed Oct 8 01:31:02 1997
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Title: kids with ibs
Email Address: aesl466@aol
My daughter is 12 years old and suffers with ibs. She is on Bentyl, exercises and watches what she eats. Ant suggestions on how to reduce school stress would be much appreciated.
Tue Oct 14 11:25:30 1997
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Title: Donnatal Extentabs
Email Address: Kevinsow@aol.com
My doctor just prescribed Donnatal Extentabs for
my IBS which had been acting up quite a bit. I must say
the difference, simply put, is like have a slight cold
instead of a bad flu. That's the best analogy I can offer.
Hopefully others will have good results!!
Tue Oct 14 22:59:53 1997
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Title: TALK TO ME OSO3@MSN.com
Email Address: a sufferer in Switzerland
Just want to react on your message. I am one of those IBS sufferers with lactose intolerance, I supposed from your message that you must be one too. How do you cope? I can eat dairy products and have no symptoms for months, other times, usually in combination with stress, I can have terrible cramps etc. I can't evaluate what causes it or not, that's what makes it so difficult. Appreciate your experiences.
Thu Oct 16 13:43:21 1997
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Title: help
Email Address: emmalee@aol.com
Does anybody know of any supprt groups in the Boston Mass area? I'm in desperate need of help. My symptoms are constant.I live on Immodium AD but I'm not sure it is safe.
Tue Oct 21 21:51:05 1997
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Title: HELP?
Email Address: pjdamw@aol.com
Am longtime IBS sufferer looking for help. Had a
bad day today and am feeling frustrated.
I remember sitting in the waiting room at Johns Hopkins
clinic about 3 years ago and feeling relieved that there
were two others there, both normal and healthy looking, who
had IBS like me.
Anyone know of a chat room for IBS? A support group in
Northern New Jersey area? Thanks. pjdamw@aol.com
Thu Oct 23 22:35:05 1997
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Title: test
Email Address:
Sun Oct 26 23:51:06 1997
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Title: test
Email Address:
test
Sun Oct 26 23:51:18 1997
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Title: Severe case of IBS
Email Address: richie7@earthlink.net
My 27 year old daughter has IBS. Her doctor say it is the
most sever case she has ever seen. My daughter just got out of
a two day stay in the hospital for sever dihydration. She is in
sever pain most of the time. I think she needs support and
help from people in this group, but she does not have access
to the web. She lives in San Diago, and we (her father and
mother) live in New York. Is there a way your group can help?
Thu Oct 30 15:35:11 1997
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Title: Mucus
Email Address:
My worst problem with IBS is the large volume of mucus I pass during my bouts. Not meaning to be gross or humorous, but on several occasions as I was trying to relieve bloating by passing some gas, oops, passed mucus along with the gas. Another pair of soiled underwear and just one more fact of horrible life with IBS. I'm learning a lot from this website and am going to try some of the suggestions . God bless all you IBS brothers and sisters.
Fri Nov 14 16:20:18 1997
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Title: TEST
Email Address:
TEST
Sat Nov 15 22:13:25 1997
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Title: SWITZERLAND
Email Address: OSO3@SPRINTMAIL.COM
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COMMENTS. TRY KEEPING A LOG OF WHAT YOU EAT
AND WHAT YOUR RESULTING BOWEL HAVITS ARE. THIS WILL TELL YOU
IF DAIRY PRODUCTS ARE HURTING YOU. I HAVE NO PROBLEMS WITH
CHEESE OR ICE CREAM, BUT IF I EVER EVEN LOOK AT MILK, WELL
YOU CAN IMAGINE. I DRINK SOMETHING CALLED LACTAID, YOU CAN
BUY THE PILLS, OR BUY THE MILK, BUT ONCE MORE MAKE A LOG
AND FIND OUT WHATS HAPPENING FIRST. YOUR PAL OSO3
Sat Nov 15 22:18:13 1997
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Title: Greens Plus
Email Address: ce95ab@badger.ac.brocku.ca
I heard that "Greens Plus" (a herbal drink available in healthfood stores) was helpful for cleaning out
one's digestive system. I have now been taking this for about one month. So far I have not noticed any
significant improvement of symtoms. Has anybody else tried this? Also, I have been hearing more and more
about peppermint oil/extract. Does this really work?
If so, what form should it be taken in?
Tue Nov 18 15:09:37 1997
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Title: Support
Email Address: daytripper00@yahoo.com
Interested in support group in Providence, RI area. Please
notify me.
Fri Nov 21 15:10:23 1997
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Title: short gut syndrome
Email Address: IrishElk@aol.com
I have had Crohn's desease for 32 years and an ileostomy for 15 years. the last five of which I have had "short gut".
Recently I have been eating yogurt and ahave found that it greatly increases "normal" bowel activity.
my output has been thicker (it is usually very "watery". On the bad side I vae seen some increase in gas.
Fri Nov 28 07:39:37 1997
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Title: IBS sufferer
Email Address: sambrit@montego.com
I have had IBS, Hiatal hernia, gastritus, and spastic colon for about years after severe stress. For fatigue I take antacids (over the counter), do deep breathing for relaxation and when things get rough I take something called UC3-J from Nature's Sunshine, a herbal company located in South Fork, Utah. It is a well known company with a good reputtion.
Wed Dec 3 12:26:48 1997
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Title: Personal power
Email Address: jwhite@aniota.com
We recommend JHWhite PubsCo at http://www.aniota.com/~jwhite
All publications on this site are self-help publications,
business, travel and psychology. Complete on site is The
Power of Words, fallacious arguments that touch the heart
and change the mind. It has been offered specifically for
all those who have been influenced by these arguments
because they were not aware of them nor did they understand
their use.
Fri Dec 19 13:57:34 1997
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Title: what's best for constipation?
Email Address: cindy223@aol.com
dr. gave me an ibs diagnosis, only symptom is constipation. He said to take metamucil. Have been taking it 3 times daily. Results so so. Can the body get immune to it. what's a good remedy that's not habit forming? Also does acupunture help for this?
Fri Dec 19 19:39:16 1997
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Title: Stopping IBS gas attacks
Email Address: reynolap@buffalostate.edu
I have just been diagnosed with IBS, although I
think I've had it for years. The doctor says to
take metimucil or citracil, but I'm reluctant to
try those after reading all your comments.
What has helped me tho is taking two pepto-bismal
chewable tablets with each meal. That seems to completely
eliminate the gas problem, altho I still have cramps from
time to time.
Tue Dec 23 14:40:24 1997
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