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Posted 11/14/2014 5:25 PM (GMT -5)
I've been having digestive issues for about a week and a half and for some reason my head is going to all the dark and scary places today. I did email my doctor to let him know what's been going on, so I'll see what he says, but I'm feeling very doom and gloom.

I just needed to tell the people who understand because my hubby, as wonderful as he is, thinks I'm nuys when I say I'm fearful I could have colon cancer.

Who am I kidding? I think I'm nuys when I say it, but darn it all, I'm scared!
Posted 11/14/2014 5:29 PM (GMT -5)
Do you take any type of OTC meds for your digestive issues? Funny thing you mention this because I've been having severe gastric distress for 3 weeks and it took me that long to put it together that it was Prilosec (for me) that was making my stomach worse. Imagine that. Crazy, right?

I'm a believer in Zantac (again, works for me)...and I've chucked the other meds.

Also pay attention to your diet. Eating a different food, or types of food, can cause chain reactions that can take your body well over a whole week to re-establish! (I'm just learning this now, so hey, we're going through the intestinal-fortitude-roller-coaster together, how's that!?





M.
Posted 11/14/2014 5:36 PM (GMT -5)
Oh my God, is this a digestive epidemic or something? Me too!
Which made me think I have ovarian cancer (gyn exam and ultrasound cleared it) but the fear still has it's anxiety effects on me!
Posted 11/14/2014 5:37 PM (GMT -5)
Ha! I'm glad I'm not alone in this GI nightmare, Merrida!! I don't take any OTC meds for it because I've was ignoring it at first and assuming it was something I ate. Well it's continued on and is beginning to be a little bothersome (a lot bothersome). However, I have changed my diet a little. More apples, salads, the occasional fiber one bar as a breakfast replacement. The logical side of my brain says it's dietary, but I'm hormonal right now and my emotions are all over, so the panic disorder part of me is doing a lot of self checking and sending out red flags for things like colon cancer....which 34 year old women with no family history like myself typically don't get. See that? See how logic and panic are having a big old fight right now?!

I did struggle with IBS years ago and found the perfect pill that helped me, but I've been off of it for so long and this doesn't really feel like that. However this has been a rough year for me so maybe it's time for a flare up to really ice the cake!
Posted 11/14/2014 5:39 PM (GMT -5)
Rrakkma, you were having pain right?? Not to over share, but I have no pain, just haven't had a solid BM in almost 2 weeks! It's like living with a constant stomach bug, but for some reason not experiencing the weight loss that goes along with it!
Posted 11/14/2014 5:53 PM (GMT -5)
Yeah, pain/discomfort in lower abdomen and lower back which reduced after a couple of days.
Posted 11/14/2014 8:13 PM (GMT -5)
I feel like I can't eat or drink or enjoy myself because my stomach is instantly upset after I eat. We're supposed to go out to dinner tomorrow night and I already want to stay home because I don't want to deal with this. I'm scared of what's causing it and it's embarassing on top of that. Having a really bad night.
Posted 11/15/2014 4:05 PM (GMT -5)
Hi Park,

I am sorry to hear that you are not feeling well lately. Digestive issues are very central...and can make your whole body feel miserable.

How about probiotics? To get your system back into balance? It is not a quick fix...but one that may help in the long term.

If your gut flora is off...it can cause all of the symptoms that you describe...it is worth looking into.

I recommend getting the good suppliments from the health food store. They have the most live culture in them.:)

S.C.
Posted 11/16/2014 12:08 AM (GMT -5)
I agree w/SC abt the probiotics. Culturelle is good too for a drugstore choice. That's what my Dr recommended plus I had a coupon lol.

By any chance have you recently started magnesium supplements? I was having the loose stool for about a week after starting magnesium & didn't make the connection right away. My mom mentioned it and I was like that's it! Added calcium supplements & it stopped. Just a thought.

I'm pretty certain this is stress related for you. It's a vicious cycle, stress/gastro/stress/gastro.

I had uncommon bloating in my stomach today and felt bad. Like a heavy rock was just sitting in there (& I'm not constipated). I thought "omg first Rrkamma & now me!" lol!

I sipped on a diet coke & took 3 generic gas pills and I got better...

Sending you much healing & peace-
Lisa
Posted 11/16/2014 12:32 AM (GMT -5)
That was comforting for me to read 'is some kind of epidemic going on!' ... thank you... because for a couple of weeks or so...this has been SUCH a problem for me. I take PB8's...faithfully...and they are good probiotics. Maybe I need to cut back on certain foods, but I am NOT convinced that is the problem, because I eat a fairly well balanced diet... but you are SO right, Lisa: stress, gastro, stress, gastro...

So having one of anxiety over health days fits me, too... especially today and yesterday. Well! It at least feels good to 'confess all this'...Tomorrow has GOT to be a better day! :-) YUP!!
Posted 11/16/2014 12:56 AM (GMT -5)
I often have stomach issues that go along with my anxiety. I take Prilosec and it helps a great deal. Feel better!
Posted 11/16/2014 2:10 AM (GMT -5)
Oh you poor thing. We are all going thru it right now. Drink lots of fluids. Could it be dehydration? I also know with having anxiety like we do it could cause all kinds of stomach issues. Right after I had my baby my stomach was do upset I didn't eat solid food for almost a month. I was drinking smoothies and force feeding myself a carnation instant breakfast. Try some Zantac it may help.

Hugs
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