new to board - question re soluble fiber reaction and diet
#87222 - 07/07/04 08:03 AM
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raindew01
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Hi all,
I'm new to this site--and so very glad I found it! The great information (written so hopefully and in such an easy-to-understand manner) has given me the first hope about IBS-D in four months. (I actually have a name now for what I think I have. Constant diarrehea for 4 months, foods that seem to trigger me sometimes not triggering me other times, etc.)
After reading info on this site, I am on the third day of the breaking the cycle diet. The D hasn't gone away yet. I'm willing to wait and see it through...I just wish I knew it was getting better. How long did it take others to get to a point of not having D, starting on the breaking the cycle diet? I think, from what I read here, it can take a week or more...and that's kind of reassuring because the D for me hasn't stopped yet.
I'm in Toronto, Canada, and I couldn't find any soluble fiber supplements that don't have psyllium, except one that had inulin. So I bought that one. And I noticed I get gas from it immediately--and also D right away, whereas if I don't take it, I seem to go okay for a while. (I don't know completely...because I took the SF supplement in the am, had instant D. Then ate some more of the soluble foods...just a bit of french bread, bit of corn pops, tons of strong peppermint tea, and a pepperment enteric-coated cap before I ate...and was fine right up until the late evening, when, minutes after having the SF supplement, I had gas and diarrhea again. I think that's a pretty clear sign I'm having a reaction to the supplement...but I know it's supposed to be really important to have a supplement.)
I was wondering if anyone else has had such a reaction to a soluble fiber supplement? I know that the gas can be normal (coupled with bloating); I'm wondering about the D. (And, I think, maybe I just want reassurance that this diet will work, that I will finally have an end to D and be able to eat something real. I'm looking forward to making a bunch of the recipies here! I'm a vegetarian, so I already incorporate a lot of the foods.)
I'm going to order the Acacia Tummy Fiber from this site, as it seems to be the best for the GI tract...I just wish I could know for sure that it will all help.
I hope I didn't blather on too long here. I'm so relieved to find an answer to this, relieved to find this board...and trying not to slip into the hopelessness I can slip into. (I can't wait to be able to eat chocolate again. And just...food. 
Thank you for listening.
raindew
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#87223 - 07/07/04 08:14 AM
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atomic rose
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I'm sorry you're feeling so crappy (pun intended... I know, I'm awful...), but it's nice to have you on board. You've come to the right place. Ask any questions you might have!
First of all, yes, you can definitely have a reaction to the soluble fiber supplement. And yes, everyone's different. There are people here on the board who take psyllium with no problems. There are people (like me) who take inulin with no problems. But I couldn't take Citrucel (methylcellulose) to save my life... I had the same problem, gas and D, from even a teeny tiny dose. Unfortunately, it's totally trial and error. A lot of people really love the acacia, though, so definitely give it a try. I would probably back off on the inulin for now! (Although, I do have to ask what kind of a dosage you were trying to take... I take FiberChoice tablets, 2g apiece, and I actually had to start at 1/2 tablet twice a day, not the 2 tablets a day they recommend.)
It took me a long time to see improvements, also. I have to ask, you're not drinking anything caffeinated or carbonated, are you? For me, that was what REALLY made a huge difference. I insisted on sipping on Coke ("it settles my stomach!"), but when I finally gave it ALL up, for good, the D settled down significantly. But if you're not - and that's great! - yes, the diet will work. It does take time. I'm still not even close to being 100% "stable", after 6 weeks on the diet, but I'm seeing a LOT of improvement... and you will too!
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#87232 - 07/07/04 08:43 AM
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raindew01
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Thanks for the fast response (that was amazing!), the warm welcome, and the great information, Atomic Rose.
>>I'm sorry you're feeling so crappy
LOL! Very fitting.
It helps so much to hear that you had problems with D, too, with a soluble fiber. It always helps to know you're not alone. (at least, for me it does.) I got to the point where I felt I just couldn't stand living with this any more...so now I want solutions, fast, and I know I have to be patient.
I just feel so washed out and energyless...I'm not even writing (I write teen fiction.) So I'm hoping to feel better, soon.
The dose I took was one level teaspoon of FIBERrific (100% natural from chicory root, but is inulin) in a tall glass of water, once in the am, once in the pm. I don't know how much fiber is in it; it doesn't say (though it does say it's 97% fiber, so I guess if I knew how many grams are in a teaspoon, I'd know??) Maybe I should try half a teaspoon (though I'm scared to try now, but maybe I will.)
I'm not drinking anything carbonated or caffeinated. I'm literally just having water, strong peppermint tea, and some of either pretzels, french bread, corn pops, or white rice. hat's it. No sugar (except what's on the corn pops), no butter, nothing else except a bit of salt on the rice.
Thanks so much for the encouragement. I feel like I can't wait until I stabilize, until I can start making other things, like the zucchini or banana bread.
I have another question. If you're not quite stable, and it's been six weeks, are you on other food besides the basic break the cycle of IBS? Like, have you done the first next steps, like the zucchini bread, or incorporated anything else? (I invision a month of this diet, and shudder.)
Thanks again,
raindew
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#87235 - 07/07/04 09:00 AM
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atomic rose
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I'm so glad you didn't immediately hate me for the bad pun. 
I'm definitely eating foods beyond the "what to eat when you can't eat anything" diet, although I do find myself going back to it now and then when I'm feeling kind of sketchy. I think I was probably on the break-the-cycle menu for 2 weeks before I got brave and started eating other things. For me, not being stable is because I'm actually (most likely... I don't have a formal diagnosis yet) an A - alternating between C and D. For the longest time, I was always a D, but I started having problems with C when I gave up caffeine. (But honestly? After months of daily D, it's *almost* a relief to go a week without, heh.) I also still have problems with D around my period, which is pretty common.
And on top of that, there's always the possibility of food sensitivities that you might not know you have - I just recently found out that egg products, even the whites, give me D. Great!  I've also found that rice, crackers, and potatoes are great, but my body doesn't like pasta and bread as much... and that I can eat things like salads that a lot of IBSers can't. Trial and error. It takes a while. By the way, if you're not already doing it, I'd suggest a food diary, especially once you start incorporating a better variety of foods... then, when you have bad days, you can look back and figure out what *might* have caused it. That's how I caught the egg whites.
I think if you ask anyone, they'll tell you that while they may have felt better almost immediately, it does take quite a while to get fully stable. I know that's not exactly encouraging, but it's worth the hassle. (That's my new mantra, heh.)
By the way, your energy level will pick up. The first week, I think I felt like someone had drained all the life out of me. You might go ahead and have some sugar in your peppermint tea, and maybe try a little bit of poached chicken breast (don't over do it, and eat rice first). Also, check the corn pops - do they have high fructose corn syrup? That's a trigger for a lot of people.
Have you been to a doctor yet, and had all the tests, etc? It is pretty important to rule out more serious disorders, especially if it gets to be much longer and you're not responding to the break-the-cycle diet.
Whew, I'm long-winded, aren't I? Sheesh...
By the way, that's so neat that you write teen fiction. Once upon a time, I had grand aspirations of writing a book or two. Then I realized I stink at fiction, and I'm even worse at sitting down and focusing on writing. So I guess that's out. LOL!
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Firstly, welcome! I really like your name, too. I am a C'er so unfortunately I'm not the best one to give you advice about your D but Casey already has given you some good advice and there are lots of others who will have a lot more to share with you.
I am also near Toronto so I thought that was pretty cool - and very cool that you write teen fiction. Have you ever published anything. I wrote a children's story in my last year of high school, so 2 yrs ago and was encouraged to get it published. However its a long process - I think I ended up sending it to two places - one at a time of course. The one wasn't looking for that "at this time" and the other said they had just published a story that was quite similar and didn't want to have two of the same! Ah well, I just thought that was pretty cool! How old are you btw?
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welcome!
#87245 - 07/07/04 09:29 AM
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i am glad you found us.
i just thought i'd mention to you that usually the gas and diarrhea go hand in hand for me when it comes to fiber and such. for me, at least (and i apologize for my blunt speech), when i was on other soluble fiber supplements and when i adjust my acacia or miss it for a while, i get gassy and bloaty and some loose, "airy" poops that aren't quite diarrhea. now, if i already have diarrhea, this stuff just makes it worse!
maybe it will help just to know that you're not the only one?
ps: my advice would be to stop the supplement if you think it's aggravating you and just wait to get acacia or another type of SF. stick with the heavy SF diet in the meantime. no point in doing something that's compounding the issue!
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#87248 - 07/07/04 09:41 AM
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raindew01
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Atomic Rose - Of course I wouldn't hate you for a pun! Humour is good, in any way we can find it.
I'm relieved that you're beyond the "what to eat when you can't eat anything" diet. That gives me hope.
That's interesting that you went from D to A after giving up caffeine. And I can believe it, that it would *almost* be a relief to experience C for a little while.
Thanks so much for the idea of a food diary, and the possibility of discovering food sensitivities. That's a very good idea; I will start a diary today. I hope I can figure stuff out. I know in the past I've had a reaction to having too much sugar or chocolate...but I'm holding out for the hope that, like Heather and others here, I can have a small amount after a SF meal...after I get stabilized.
I find it interesting (and good to know) that you have trouble with bread and pasta; I didn't even think to look at those things. I hope I won't, though; I love that stuff.
So, too, that's a good point about the corn pops. I did wonder that, myself, if I could be having a reaction to that, too...but I feel so washed out I wanted something. Maybe I'll lay off the corn pops for the next couple days, and just use some Stevia in my tea. (Stevia is good for stabilizing blood sugar, and I've never had a problem with it.)
And again, it's really good to know that it takes people a while to stabilize. It's reassuring; IBS-D really does seem to fit me. And having a context for things helps me so much.
Yes, feeling like someone had drained the life out of you for the first week--I so relate to that! I'm glad the energy will come back.
Your question about doctors...I have a kind of avoidance thing with doctors, but I finally went three or four months ago. THey did some ultrasounds, some blood tests, stool sample, nothing. Then went to another doctor, and am seeing a specialist in the middle of the month, just because I felt so desperate and wanted an answer. But I'm hoping that I'll stabilize before this next appointment, as I really want to avoid any invasive tests.... I prefer natural medicine.
You're not long-winded; I like your responses.
I'm glad you think writing teen fiction is neat. I love writing! (and reading.) I think it's pretty neat you wanted to write, too. As for "stinking" at it...there are techniques you can learn (through books, and some great websites) if it's something you really want to do. (though it sounds like you might not want to, and it's good to know what you want--and don't want!) I know my writing has dramatically improved over the last four years as a direct result of pouring myself into learning technique...and also a writing critique group.
And, if it's not what you want to do any more, that's cool, too. There's lots of ways to be creative. Or you can write for yourself, when you feel like it. I think writing can show us so much about ourselves....
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Thanks for the welcome, ibsgrl, and the liking my name. I like your name, too; I just got it!
That is cool you're near Toronto, too.
You asked if I'd published anything. I have a short teen story coming out in an anthology in Sept 2005. Other than that, I just had some non-fiction published years ago. I'm focusing right now on getting my novels published. I currently have two novels sitting with an agent, and she's given me some good feedback...so I'm hoping she'll take me on! Being published--that's been my lifelong dream.
I'm 31. Will be 32 in August. I don't feel like the age of my body, though. Never have. I have a lot of much younger and much older parts of myself.
It sounds like people *really* liked your story, and thought it was publishable. That's a great compliment! Keep sending the story out, Ibsgrl. Some day it'll find a publisher. (And maybe consider editing it at some point.) (Of course, if you don't want to, that's fine, too.) It sounds like you have talent. Cool!
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Re: Dairy
#87255 - 07/07/04 09:56 AM
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Wookie
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Welcome! I am IBS-C and and it took me a while to become stable. My GI says it takes a lot of patience. So don't give up! It WILL get better. I suffered for about 6 months before I got to a GI dr. Once I got to see the GI, it took me about a month to get stable. Then I discovered this site and have honestly learned more here than I have from my GI. Also, dairy is a big trigger for most folks. Do you use milk with your corn flakes? A lot of people use soy or rice milk. My GI says there is also lactose free milk. I havne't tried any of the substitues yet because I am afraid they may taste bad.  Anywho, welcome again and good luck!
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#87256 - 07/07/04 09:59 AM
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raindew01
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JenX, thanks for your reply and sharing of information. No need to appologize for being blunt; we're all experiencing something similar here, right? Who better to understand (or listen)? And I found what you said really helpful. I experienced the same reaction with that particular SF supplement I tried...so that's reassuring.
It *does* help to know I'm not alone.
I am definitely stopping this particular supplement, and waiting until I get the Acacia. (I wish they sold Acacia here; then I could have it right away! Blub.) And absolutely, a high soluble diet.
thanks for your suggestions.
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#87259 - 07/07/04 10:07 AM
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raindew01
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Doe, six months before you saw a GI dr! I feel in good company, now. It can take such a long time to get an appointment, eh?
I believe you, that you found more info at this site than from the GI dr. There is so much great info here! And drs don't always know everything they should about particular problems...they've got to cover so much, and they usually don't know about alternative medicine...or stuff like peppermint tea.
Thanks for the question about dairy. I'm currently having my cereal dry--on the first few days of the breaking the cycle diet--but when I go back to having liquid, it will be soy milk. I used to get soy milk all the time, and I generally avoided dairy as I'm lactose intolerant (although I sometimes indulged in Ben and Jerry's ice cream, and the occasional bite of real cheese! And, oh yes, chocolate. I can't not have chocolate...except I'm not right now. Now, of course, I'll completely avoid dairy. There are actually some pretty good soy products available...I used to like to Toffuti ice cream bars...I haven't checked them for fat content yet. And Silk chocalate soy milk is great! I'm not sure I can give up chocolate, though, at least not after I stabilize, but if/when I have it, it will be in tiny quantities.
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For Doe...
#87260 - 07/07/04 10:08 AM
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Doe, about using milk substitutes... there are some GREAT ones out there! I used to be a dairy addict until IBS hit, it is my biggest trigger. Tyr Vitasoy lite vanilla, it has the added benefit of being lower in fat than other brands. If you need something REALLY vanilla-y, try SoyDream vanilla. It is alittle too sweet for my tastes, though. Both can be found at most grocery stores. Don't make the mistake I did and try regular soymilk that isn't flavored- YUCK! Smells and tastes horrible, but great for cooking!
Oh, and my GI told me I was lactose intolerant and to try lactaid... only worked for alittle while, and then I still got sick.
In Heather's info she explains that us IBSers have trouble digesting the milk proteins (whey and casein), that is why lactose - free stuff won't help any.
Hope I was of help!
If only I knew before what I was missing out on in the world of soy products!
P.S.- try Soy Silk choclate milk- Yum! (vanilla isn't very good, though)
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#87261 - 07/07/04 10:11 AM
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Sheri01
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You should read my post to Doe... We both said similiar things!
Good luck with the diet! It really has been a miracle for me.
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Welcome Raindew...
I have been on the diet for three months now. My first week and a half while I was stabilizing I did not take a fiber supplement. The teas seemed to keep me regular, I didn't htink I needed to take one. Then, I was no longer able to "go" (I am a 'D' that can occasionally get C ), so I added in a supplement and more insolubles, such as fruit and veggies.
maybe you can try the same? Maybe even while you are waiting for the acacia to come in the mail?
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#87264 - 07/07/04 10:35 AM
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atomic rose
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I was just curious about the doctor thing... I know all about doctor avoidance, heh. I've actually had symptoms of IBS for 17 years, although it didn't get bad until about 5 years ago - and I STILL haven't had all the tests and gotten diagnosed. People here sometimes get on my case about that, and they're right, of course, but I'm working on it. I'm glad you'll get to see a specialist. And I feel the same way you do - that in the meantime, at least, the diet definitely can't HURT, it can only potentially really help a lot.
I prefer natural medicine, too. I insist that part of the reason I'm so healthy compared to the rest of my family is because I've refused to rush to the doctor for simple, common ailments, like they do. They will seriously take any pill a doctor gives them, immediately. I prefer to trust the body's natural ability to heal itself, with a little help from nature.
I should clarify that I don't really have "problems" with pasta and bread (and that would point to celiac, I believe, not IBS, if it were the case)... I can eat them just fine, but find I feel a lot better energy-wise if I stick to potatoes and rice as much as possible. 'Most everyone here has no problems at all with any of it, so you're most likely going to be safe with pasta and bread.
Thanks for the encouragement/tips on writing. I've thought about some writing classes; maybe in the future, when finances allow a little better. I haven't entirely given up on the idea of writing, I'm just not so sure that fiction is my thing. It's ok, though, even if I never write a book. I'm a pretty creative person anyway - I do everything from drawing to collage to knitting to photography to embroidery, and yes, I do sometimes write for myself - I always get my creative urges out somehow.
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cool! thats an awesome dream & goal. what kind of non fiction was it and what genre of teen/adult fiction do u write?
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Hi,
Welcome to the boards. This is a great place for IBS info and advice. I really don't have much to add to what the others have said. I do not take a fiber supplement....I know I'm supposed to....but they don't agree with me. I usually do pretty good unless I eat a trigger food or have a lot of stress.
Just wanted to mention to stay away from sorbitol. It is a big IBS trigger and is in lots of vitamins, gum, mints, etc.
Barbie
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Hi Barbie,
Thanks for the welcome and the tip. I try to avoid most artificial sweetners, but I don't always, so that's good to know.
I love all the info shared here, and the friendliness!
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Hi Sheri01,
Thanks for the suggestion. I will just be keeping to the teas and the basic soluable foods until the Acacia comes.
Just out of curiosity--if you feel comfortable answering--how long did it take you to stabilize? Was it that week and a half, or longer?
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Just wanted to say welcome from me too!!
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Keep it simple!
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#87331 - 07/07/04 01:13 PM
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raindew01
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Sheri01, you're right, we did write some similar things! A lot of soy stuff tastes really good--which is a good thing! Years ago, some of the soy stuff tasted pretty icky. And now we have more choices. I just wish they'd come up with a soy cheese that tastes more like cheese. There used to be a brand I could get here that had a smoked flavour--it was *so* good--and then they discontinued it. I still hope for good-tasting soy cheese. Is there any kind you think is good?
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#87348 - 07/07/04 01:29 PM
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raindew01
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atomic rose--I'm glad to know I'm not alone in the doctor avoidance thing! (grinning) (For me, some of it comes from being an abuse survivor, and wanting to avoid triggering situations.)
And yeah, it's good you know that some doctor stuff is good to get done. I usually eventually get to a doctor if there's something really serious. It sounds like you do, too.
I totally agree with you about being healthy because you're choosing a natural way, and because you're *not* downing every pill a doctor might try to give you. I, too, avoid pills. I'd much rather take something more natural, less harsh to the body--something that doesn't mess up the mind or emotions or anything like that.
Writing classes sounds like something neat for the future. And, if you feel like checking it out, there are some pretty neat websites on writing technique, or just writing. I have a few good ones listed at my site: http://www.cherylrainfield.com/linksforwriters.html
You sound very creative! A lot of creative energy being put out there in good ways. (I think that can help us a lot.) I draw, too. Pencil, mostly, some pen and marker. What do you like to draw in? And photography, wow! There's a part of me that always wanted to learn that, but I never got around to it. And I love collage! I used to do collages a lot. That's so neat.
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Thanks for the welcome, LauraSue. Like your Santa hat!
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Hi ibsgrl
The non-fiction was on child abuse--something I know a lot about, being a survivor.
The fiction I write is suspense fiction for teens--my writer friends call it "gritty" writing, because I write about real stuff. (Yep, you guessed it, I include abuse issues.) I also write some fantasy, but the last few years I've focused on the gritty suspense.
The short story coming out in Sept 05 is a paranormal suspense.
Thanks for asking. It was fun to talk about.
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Actually, D stopped right away, but I didn't settle into going normally once a day until about two weeks. I have been on the diet since April 3, and I still don't feel like I am completely "normal" yet, even though there is a big improvement.
I still have occasional 'D' attacks, but only when I cheat on the diet (accidnetally or purposely)
Hang in there, things do get better!
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Hey, Raindew! I have IBS-C so I don't know what kind of advice I can offer you for D, but I just wanted to welcome you to the message board. Read everything you can get your hands on, and fire away with your questions. And no question is too trivial. We've all been there and understand what you're going through.
Hang in there!
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Thanks, beaglelover. I'm so glad for this board!
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Btter late then never...:)
Welcome to the boards. Sorry to hear about your stability dilemma. It took me a few weeks to get to something stable and even then, those early times were tough. But you'll make it through like we all try and do.
Honestly, I have a hard time with some of the foods we're supposed to eat even now-Ive been with IBS for about a year now-even though Ive been trying to do my best. Im doing the hypnotherapy CDs now and they seem to be doing great. So, if you keep having problems like I was, you might want to look into them. Kinda costly, but well worth it so far.
Good luck...we'll all be here for your journey...
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Hi Raindew,
Welcome to the boards... good to get more Toronto people on here
With regards to the SFS, I was taking the old type of pro-diem with psyllium and acacia in it but they've stopped making it, so now I take the metamucil capsuls. When I first started taking them , the D went away prtty quick but I'd get cramps every once and a while. I continued taking them and now things are pretty decent.
I've found in general with IBS that you have to try things out for a little while before you can tell if it's working or not.
Good Luck with the diet!
Jamie
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It will get better. Last October I had a severe attack that put me on my back. I was in so much pain, I could do nothing but sleep and just drink water and eat rice only. I barely ate small portions, you would give kids. But, I was in so much pain it hurt to stand. I lost 30 lbs in 30 days before I was finally able to stablize. I went to a doctor and received a script for lebrix ( sorry about the spelling) and 800 mg of ibruprofin. What I found out I was suffering from 2 things at the same time. A severe period and IBS attack. For the next 7 months I have tried to be cautious of eating, trying new things slowly, like fruit and vegies. Steamed seemed to be the best way to eat them and have stablized better than I was. Yes, my weight came back. But, like any disease you must manage it not let it manage you. Things will get better.
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