IC,Fibromyalgia,IBS

[curlycue]

HELP.I need your assistance.What can I do for my IBS besides the Acacia Fibre? I go from being constipated to diarhea(did I spell that right) I am taking Lyrica Skelaskin ambein tylenol pm prozac. I am trying to eat better for all these illnesses but its very hard. I am willing to try anything at this point. Any help I would really appreciate it.

[KarenAnne]

I am a new IC patient, but have had IBS & FM for 25 yrs. I know my triggers for a FM or IBS flare, but not ones for IC yet. If I'm having an IBS flare w/ diarrhea I stay away from vegies & too much fiber. If I'm constipated I will increase my fiber. My GI doc has put me on Librax for diarrhea & I'll take it PRN. Try to stay away from the vegies till you feel better. Surprisingly, my IC meds are helping my colon. I've also taken an SSRI for my IBS & you're doing that too. I'm so sorry you are suffering. Can you call your gastroenterologist in the AM? I hope you are feeling better soon.

[curlycue]

Thanks for the info. I am not seeing a gastro at this time I am going to see my regular dr on tuesday and I am going to see what his input is on this IBS stuff but you know what I have found out in the past is that this site or you ladies know more about these illnesses and how or what works for us. I hope you know what I mean. Thanks

[KarenAnne]

How did you make out at the dr's.? Hope you're feeling better w/ your IBS.

[purpleviolet]

I just read about this (actually I heard a little about it years ago and wondered if it would be good for IC) and it sounds amazing for so many diseases. Low side effects, low dosage, and cheap and in trials - but NO big pharma to push it. Doctors may prescribe off-label. Anyone interested?

http://www.lowdosenaltrexone.org/

[curlycue]

Thanks for caring I went to the regular dr and he kind of just said take alot of Metamucill and try to live with it until your colonoscopy? and that is what I have been doing.wish me good luck.

[KarenAnne]

Good luck! Hope your colonoscopy is soon so you can get proper treatment & start feeling better!

[curlycue]

Thank You. I sure hope I feel good after the procedure.I am having xmas pictures taken on that sunday. I hope I am in good spirits for that. Hava a good Thanksgiving.