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hyperactive gastrocolic reflex

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By avoiding trigger foods I have most of the symptoms of IBS-D fairly well under control.There is one symptom however, I do not get under control at all, an hyperactive gastrocolic reflex (increase of muscle movement in the gastrointestinal tract when food enters an empty stomach; may cause the urge to have a bowel movement right after eating ).Even eating a dry biscuit can trigger this reflex and cause D within minutes....Does this sound familiar to anybody ??Can anybody help with this ??Any tips or tricks to inhibit this reflex ??Any medicines ??