Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Loud Stomach Voices (answer to Librax question)

First off, let me say...you are a great mom for doing your best to help her. IBS is so frustrating because I think of all the things I want to do and can't because I am worried about my stomach.

I do understand that she would not want to do anything in school that would call attention to her, such as taking a test in another room. At first I was like that also, but then I just told myself that it did not matter what others think, I have to do what is best for me. But for a 14 year old that is very hard.........

Have you tried any Gas medicines, like Gas X. I have not, but other people on this board have had good luck with them.

Also, I have not tried anti-depressants,but others on this site have had good luck with them. Don't feel bad about the fact that she has to take medications. Many people need it to feel better, my mother has taken Prozac for 15 years, and she is a wonderfully happy and normal person.

I am taking a blood pressure pill to control my migraines, as a result, it also reduces my stress, which has calmed me down quite a bit, and therefore stopped alot of my stomach worries. I am not recommending blood pressure medicine, but an anti-depressant or anti-anxiety pill would have a similar effect.

Good Luck.

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