Hi, I have just been diagnosed with IBS and I am just seeking other peoples views and advice on this.?

It is not too bad, toilet habits are not too drastic! Does anyone have tips for the wind side of things? Is there anything I should definately avoid or is it trial and error? ThanksHi, I have just been diagnosed with IBS and I am just seeking other peoples views and advice on this.?
Diet Changes





Some foods and drinks make IBS worse.





Foods and drinks that may cause or worsen symptoms include





* fatty foods, like french fries


* milk products, like cheese or ice cream


* chocolate


* alcohol


* caffeinated drinks, like coffee and some sodas


* carbonated drinks, like soda





Coffee, french fries, and ice cream sundae.


These foods may make IBS worse.





To find out which foods are a problem, keep a diary that tracks





* what you eat during the day


* what symptoms you have


* when symptoms occur


* what foods always make you feel sick








Take your notes to the doctor to see if certain foods trigger your symptoms or make them worse. If so, you should avoid eating these foods or eat less of them.





Some foods make IBS better.





Fiber may reduce the constipation associated with IBS because it makes stool soft and easier to pass. However, some people with IBS who have more sensitive nerves may feel a bit more abdominal discomfort after adding more fiber to their diet. Fiber is found in foods such as breads, cereals, beans, fruits, and vegetables.





Examples of foods with fiber include


Fruits Vegetables Breads, cereals, and beans


apples


peaches broccoli (raw)


cabbage


carrots (raw)


peas kidney beans


lima beans


whole-grain bread


whole-grain cereal





Add foods with fiber to your diet a little at a time to let your body get used to them. Too much fiber at once can cause gas, which can trigger symptoms in a person with IBS.





Your doctor may ask you to add more fiber to your diet by taking a fiber pill or drinking water mixed with a special high-fiber powder.








Eat small meals.





Large meals can cause cramping and diarrhea in people with IBS. If this happens to you, try eating four or five small meals a day instead of less-frequent big meals.











Medicine





The doctor may give you medicine to help with symptoms.





* Laxatives treat constipation. Many kinds of laxatives are available. Your doctor can help you find the laxative that is right for you.


* Antispasmodics control spasms in the colon and help ease abdominal pain.


* Antidepressants, even in lower doses than are used for treating depression, can help people with IBS. They can help reduce the abdominal discomfort or pain associated with IBS and, depending on the type chosen, may help the diarrhea or constipation.








Another drug is sometimes prescribed for the treatment of IBS. Alosetron hydrochloride (Lotronex) is for women with severe IBS whose main symptom is diarrhea. Because it can cause serious side effects, Lotronex is only used if other medicines do not work.





You need to follow your doctor鈥檚 instructions when you use the medicine. Otherwise, you may need to keep taking it in order to have a bowel movement. Talk with your doctor about potential side effects and what to do if you experience them.








Does stress cause IBS?





Emotional stress does not cause IBS. But people with IBS may have their bowels react more to stress. So, if you already have IBS, stress can make your symptoms worse.





Stress Relief





Learning to reduce stress can help with IBS. With less stress, you may find you have less cramping and pain. You may also find it easier to manage your symptoms.








Meditation, exercise, hypnosis, and counseling may help. You may need to try different activities to see what works best for you.








Points to Remember





* IBS means your bowel doesn鈥檛 work the right way.


* IBS can cause cramping, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation.


* IBS doesn鈥檛 damage the bowel or lead to other health problems.


* The doctor will diagnose IBS based on your symptoms. You may need to have medical tests to rule out other health problems.


* Stress doesn鈥檛 cause IBS, but it can make your symptoms worse.


* Fatty foods, milk products, chocolate, alcohol, and caffeinated and carbonated drinks can trigger symptoms.


* Eating foods with fiber and eating small meals throughout the day may reduce symptoms.


* Treatment for IBS may include medicine, stress relief, and changes in eating habits.Hi, I have just been diagnosed with IBS and I am just seeking other peoples views and advice on this.?
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