Hydrogen breath test
#336166 - 09/18/08 11:59 AM
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Has anyone had the hydrogen breath test done for fructose/lactose intolerance? I am having the tests done on Thursday and Friday next week but i'm really worried about it. I am IBS-D and have to travel to the clinic by public transport.....I'm terrified i'll have a toilet accident on the train  Has anything like this happened to anyone after the tests? I need reassurance!
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I've never had the test but I have a few suggestions. Take some immodium with you so you can take it after the test. Give yourself time after the test to see if your going to have a reaction before heading back on the train. A lot of the trains I travelled on in Scotland had toilet facilities - maybe the London trains do as well? Also if you go to http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/ you can look up station facilities at stops along the way.
Hope this helps.
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Stable IBS D
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I am IBS-C and the test made me feel like I was going have D! The drink gave me cramps and gas. I can absolutely see that it might upset a D bowel.
It's a very good test to have, so the suggestion of being prepared is best.
Good luck to you!!!
and I hope you feel better soon.
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IBS-C with bloating and cramps
occasional type A
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Thank you for your help ladies. I think i'm just apprehensive and hadn't thought that it is ok to insist that i want to stay in the clinic until i feel ok to leave  I've checked out the train stations and i'm only ever 1/2 an hour at the most away from away toilets
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