Strongly considering acupuncture!
#370740 - 12/25/13 04:01 PM
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Hello,
Can I get some feedback from folks on this board who used acupuncture for their IBS?
I have now been suffering from a dang stomach virus for TWO WHOLE WEEKS now and am getting VERY frustrated!!
I am calling my gastro doctor first thing in the morning and I will also contact a Chinese acupuncturist who treats a lot of the Green Bay Packers. He also treats my oncologist I have for my Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
Thanks for sharing your experiences with acupuncture!!
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Originally diagnosed with IBS-C in Spring, 2008. During spring to fall of 2008, had at least 10 acupuncture treatments and Chinese herbs. IBS went into remission. IBS returned in late July 2013 after taking 2 oral contrasts for a CT scan for cancer follow up. Had more acupuncture with different practitioner in summer 2014, but received little benefit.
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I have tried it twice with no results. The clinically trials suggest that is has little value for IBS symptoms.
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STABLE: ♂, IBS-D 50+ years - Science of IBS
The FODMAP Approach to Managing IBS Symptoms
Evidence-based Dietary Management of Functional GI Symptoms: The FODMAP Approach
FODMAP Chart & Cheatsheet
The Role of Food & Dietary Intervention in IBS
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I would encourage you to try it. I went through a period where I had weekly sessions and while it certainly doesn't "cure" IBS, it relaxed my body, my stomach included. My doctor had told me that when I am stressed, all my muscles tense up, including my stomach/digestive track. Acupuncture really relaxed everything and I did feel better.
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IBS-D. Eating gluten and dairy free.
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Oh great!
Were you able to eat more foods that you had been avoiding since you were diagnosed with IBS?
THAT is really my goal! Thanks for your post!
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Originally diagnosed with IBS-C in Spring, 2008. During spring to fall of 2008, had at least 10 acupuncture treatments and Chinese herbs. IBS went into remission. IBS returned in late July 2013 after taking 2 oral contrasts for a CT scan for cancer follow up. Had more acupuncture with different practitioner in summer 2014, but received little benefit.
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So sorry to hear this Syl! I hope you weren't out too much money then!
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Originally diagnosed with IBS-C in Spring, 2008. During spring to fall of 2008, had at least 10 acupuncture treatments and Chinese herbs. IBS went into remission. IBS returned in late July 2013 after taking 2 oral contrasts for a CT scan for cancer follow up. Had more acupuncture with different practitioner in summer 2014, but received little benefit.
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I believe in the placebo effect of acupuncture. If you go in believing it will work, it may work. If you go in being apprehensive, probably won't work. I tried it twice per week for many months and did not help.
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It was covered by our medical coverage. It felt nice but it did absolutely nothing for IBS symptoms.
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STABLE: ♂, IBS-D 50+ years - Science of IBS
The FODMAP Approach to Managing IBS Symptoms
Evidence-based Dietary Management of Functional GI Symptoms: The FODMAP Approach
FODMAP Chart & Cheatsheet
The Role of Food & Dietary Intervention in IBS
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Wow! Good for you! I think it's still uncommon for this to be covered by insurance!
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Originally diagnosed with IBS-C in Spring, 2008. During spring to fall of 2008, had at least 10 acupuncture treatments and Chinese herbs. IBS went into remission. IBS returned in late July 2013 after taking 2 oral contrasts for a CT scan for cancer follow up. Had more acupuncture with different practitioner in summer 2014, but received little benefit.
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Oh great!
Were you able to eat more foods that you had been avoiding since you were diagnosed with IBS?
THAT is really my goal! Thanks for your post!
With PediaSure Complete I have been eating a bit carefree. I have gained 3 kgs in one month. Worthwhile trying out 
- Clifton
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WOW!! How did this product help you so much??!
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Originally diagnosed with IBS-C in Spring, 2008. During spring to fall of 2008, had at least 10 acupuncture treatments and Chinese herbs. IBS went into remission. IBS returned in late July 2013 after taking 2 oral contrasts for a CT scan for cancer follow up. Had more acupuncture with different practitioner in summer 2014, but received little benefit.
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