Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | I'm New! HELP!!! severe, chronic gas & bloating in the evenings...

Hi everyone! I just stumbled upon this website and am hoping that someone out there can help me figure out what wrong with me. For the past 2 years, I have suffered from severe gas and bloating that occur only AT NIGHT, around 10-11:00 pm, and of course it often interfers with my ability to sleep (that's the reason why I'm reading these message boards right now, in fact). I've reached my tolerance-frustration level and really need some advice! Here are my symptoms:

1. In the evening, my lower stomach will bloat and become distended, then I "pass wind" every couple of minutes for a few hours. Most times there is a strong sulfur smell.
2. Often times I feel like I'm about to explode with gas.
3. I also burp every couple minutes at the same time my stomach is bloated and gassy.
4. You can hear bubbling sounds in my stomach from gas moving around.
5. During the days, I sometimes have diarrhea, or have frequent bowel movements, but usually significant less gas during the days.

I have been diagnosed with IBS and Acid Reflux. I wonder if it is the morning coffee I drink with half & half, perhaps I'm lactose intolerant but how come my symptoms occur at night and not immediately after? I eat salads alot, japanese food, and chinese food.

Anyone have any ideas? I'm thinking about trying the acacia or the fennel stuff. THANK YOU!

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