Sensitive Stomach Thread

[Kasyx]

:(

Those of you who have it know exactly how much it sucks. My sensitive stomach is the bane of my life, I am dealing with horrific explosions and gas right now, so I figured I would start a thread about it in between mad dashes to the bathroom. What sets your stomach off? What are your remedies?

I apparently have something called "Candida" (look it up, with my stomach as it is right now, I'm not really in the mood to hunt for links), which, when it flares up, seems to give me Irritable Bowel Syndrome, which, in turn, makes me punish the toilet on a regular basis. Basically what sets me off is:

Sugar, wheat, yeast, cheese, any mold-containing foods, MSG, and so on.

I pretty much carry around a little pill box with me in which there is usually Betaparamide (for diarrhea) and Bevispas (for stomach cramps). I find that Kem-o-dine also helps for a really upset stomach, with Eno and bicarb for gas and bloatedness. I have also found ginger (in gingerbeer) to help a bit.

Basically, this makes my life suck. How do the rest of you with sensitive stomachs deal with it?

[bwana]

couple friends suffer(ed) from that - coffee really set it off which sucked for them as they had just spent about r7000 on a coffee maker the week before they were diagnosed. :(

[acidrain]

In the morning its usually coffee that sets it off. But thats mostly just minor cramping. Excessive chilli sauce on my foods also gives me the jippo's.

[Lino]

Guys whats up with the Boodles type threads seriously?

[Kasyx]

Guys whats up with the Boodles type threads seriously?

Sorry, but this is more of an "oh God I need a support group to help me get through this horror" thread than a "let's gross everyone out" thread :(

***DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU ARE EATING***

My ass is on fire right now. Seriously. On fire. I don't think I can handle another trip to the bathroom. That salsa I ate for lunch really, REALLY hates me. How do I make the pain stop? :(

[feo]

Coffee makes my stomach hurt each time. :(

[bwana]

My ass is on fire right now. I have it on good authority (I think it was recommended to me from BiteMe) that baby wet wipes are the key - from my experience (2 kids) go for the unscented huggies. :o

[feo]

Pour ice water over your bums...coolness is cool. :cool:

[acidrain]

***DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU ARE EATING***

My ass is on fire right now. Seriously. On fire. I don't think I can handle another trip to the bathroom. That salsa I ate for lunch really, REALLY hates me. How do I make the pain stop? :(

Bwahahahaha...... u should try bushmans revenge... that stuff is even more EVIL... not only is your a$$ on fire but your stomach aswell.... for me its just a tad warm but then again i have chilli with almost anything i have for dinner

[Waaib]

I have it on good authority (I think it was recommended to me from BiteMe) that baby wet wipes are the key - from my experience (2 kids) go for the unscented huggies. :o

Heavy!

[HavocXphere]

If you've got Candida issues them you'll also want to watch for large amounts of fruit/fruit juice.

Otherwise, I'd just recommend keeping the diet constant. Switching constantly between uber healthy for a few days and then uber McD for a few days causes troubles.

If you want to make drastic changes, I'd go for a chicken+ fish + vegetables + eggs + some fruit + nuts diet. Thats not balanced though so I don't think thats a long-term option.

I'd suggest going to a good dietitian ASAP. Expensive...but better than suffering.

[blunomore]

Sorry, but this is more of an "oh God I need a support group to help me get through this horror" thread than a "let's gross everyone out" thread :(

***DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU ARE EATING***

My ass is on fire right now. Seriously. On fire. I don't think I can handle another trip to the bathroom. That salsa I ate for lunch really, REALLY hates me. How do I make the pain stop? :(


Kasyx:

For pain and cramps, drink peppermint tea.
For bloating, drink fennel tea.

[Kasyx]

Kasyx:

For pain and cramps, drink peppermint tea.
For bloating, drink fennel tea.

Does fennel tea really work? Because I might actually have some...

Basically I don't think I can handle going to the toilet again. I know it's graphic and all, but I honestly don't know whether I can go again without passing out from the pain :(

[blunomore]

Does fennel tea really work? Because I might actually have some...

Basically I don't think I can handle going to the toilet again. I know it's graphic and all, but I honestly don't know whether I can go again without passing out from the pain :(


Jip, it does help. Seriously.

You can also have a look at this web site for IBS related help and advice: www.helpforibs.com

[gboy]

have a simmilar issue, went to a gastro doctor, he has some theory that we have different stomachs to everyone else, something to do with the ice age, any way, stay away form oily foods, eat lots of protine, little wheat, ect.

apparently king nebuccanezzar had simmiar sort of issue, and he went into the bush and survived for 7 years or something. He had a tough stomach and according to this doc modern foods have major issues, so think what your great uncle gurg ate when he in the iceage / with the dinosaurs and eat that, made a hug diff for me

[teraside]

I've got a simple suggestion Kasyx.

Go to the pharmacy tomorrow, a normal, good pharmacy, ask to speak to the head pharmacist. I'm being bold when I say this, but I would much rather visit my local pharmacist for medicine than I would visit a GP.

I can't remember the name right now, but my mom used to buy me little white pills which helped for stomach aches. Thing is, I always have a runny stomach and my stomach pains come and go, but it's because of the meds I use.

Just tell the pharmacist you want something for stomach cramps and dioreha (spelling, I know).

I'm serious when I say this, doctors tend to overdose people or they give meds which are so strong it causes more damage.

[Kasyx]

Right, well I just took a drive to the emergency chemist (yes, that is how bad it is), and bought myself some Kem-o-dene, Valoid (for reasons I will explain in another thread, perhaps), and wetwipes :D

Hopefully I now have enough supplies to make it through the night.

Wish me luck, and thanks for all the advice :)

[nihilist]

Kasyx dude.

ln -s /dev/bowel /dev/null

:D:D:D

[Kasyx]

Kasyx dude.

ln -s /dev/bowel /dev/null

:D:D:D

*sigh*

yet another reason I wish The Great Creator had used a Linux shell when he build the universe...

[nihilist]

So you could cat /dev/bowels |grep -i string >>/home/boodles/Desktop/presentforyou.avi ?


*sigh*

yet another reason I wish The Great Creator had used a Linux shell when he build the universe...

[V_Tech]

I can't remember the name right now, but my mom used to buy me little white pills which helped for stomach aches.

Its called Lomotil. We keep lots of stock of it. If our employees moans of an upset stomach, we just give then 2, and, Whola, there back at work.:D:D

[teraside]

Its called Lomotil. We keep lots of stock of it. If our employees moans of an upset stomach, we just give then 2, and, Whola, there back at work.:D:D
No, it's not that.

It's Scopex, there I just remembered ;)

[Kasyx]

Its called Lomotil. We keep lots of stock of it. If our employees moans of an upset stomach, we just give then 2, and, Whola, there back at work.:D:D

Yeah, I've also got that in my arsenal :D

Works like a charm, although I would rather get it all out.

[bdt]

Ahhh, our old friend (..mine too):mad:: IBS (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irritable_bowel_syndrome). I've had Bevispas (what's the box look like again?) ..which, it turns out, has the same active ingredient as Colofac (http://www.neis.com/searches/M/mebeverine_hydrochloride.html) - another of my old friends. My current friend is Buscopan (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buscopan) which, I now read :p, is meant to stop the whole process from happening:


Butylscopolamine is used to treat pain and discomfort caused by abdominal cramps, menstrual cramps, or other spasmodic activity in the digestive system. When taken orally, it cannot enter the bloodstream or otherwise leave the digestive tract, so that it is only able to affect the smooth muscles of the digestive system as it passes through. It is not an analgesic in the normal sense, since it doesn't 'mask' or 'cover over' the pain, but rather works to prevent painful cramps and spasms from occurring in the first place.

As a bonus it's an S2 OTC (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Over-the-counter_drug) medication so, should you need it (and when you need it you REALLY do!) outside of regular retail hours, you can head off to your local late/all night pharmacy (you do know where yours are, don't you?) and hopefully get relief.

But I've just made a new discovery: Lp299v (http://www.lp299v.co.uk/home) which, sez (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lactobacillus_plantarum) the all-knowing-wiki, is a probiotic (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Probiotics). Now, I haven't tried this yet (just picked up the flyer yesterday) but I'm all for something that says things like "clinically proven to assist in easing a troubled colon" and "95% success rate". The pamphlet I have here is from NutriLida (http://www.nutrilida.com/main.htm) which is an ass-tastic :mad: Flash site! Besides it NOT being a med (having read those wiki links I posted) ;), this may be encouraging (lifted from the site, it's better to have it all here):


What is IBS ? (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS is a functional disease of the bowel. A defined group of symptoms all indicate the presence of IBS. As a functional disease has no anatomical, physiological or biochemical abnormality explanation, it is diagnosed by the symptoms and not by medical examination or tests.

Symptoms of IBS
A diagnosis of IBS will be made when a patient experiences 3 out of the 6 typical symptoms for longer than three months without any other disease present.
These symptoms are:
Abdominal pain.
Irregular bowel function – constipation, diarrhea or both.
Urgency to suddenly have a bowel movement.
Abdominal swelling and distention (bloating)
Mucus in stool.
Feeling of incomplete emptying of the rectum.

Factors causing or triggering IBS
Infection or Gastroenteritis
Candida Overgrowth
- *IBS symptoms are increased with a candida overgrowth.
Stress(6) (didn't add the references links, they're there for the curious)
Diet(6)
Endocrine Imbalance(2)
Hormone Replacement Therapy(7)
Leaky Gut Syndrome- *Increased intestinal permeability which causes sensitivities and allergies in the gut.
Antibiotic Therapy
- *Can lead to bacteria overgrowth in intestines. Produces excessive gas,
bloating and abdominal pain.
Lactose intolerance
FACT - Flora imbalance(2, 8)
- *Is assumed to be the most common and prevalent factor.

Why is a healthy colon important?
The colon cannot coordinate its function in a normal manner if it is not healthy:
Spasms affect transit/motility.
Hyper sensitivity – food & dietary factors.

How do I know if I have a form of IBS?
If you regularly experience any of the classic symptoms such as bloating, abnormal pain and cramps, accompanied by either frequent constipation or frequent diarrhea, then you have IBS and should seek a therapeutic treatment such as Lp 299v

Does stress cause IBS?
Yes, although not directly responsible, stress does trigger the onset of IBS symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the best form of therapy for IBS?
Many treatments are available, but traditional therapies are only partially successful.(3)
Lp 299v has shown to be a most effective therapy, enjoying a 95% success rate in alleviating IBS symptoms.(1)

What is Lp 299v?
Lp 299v is the first clinically proven natural solution for the treatment of IBS symptoms.

Why is Lp 299v so effective?
It is due to the action of acting as a physical barrier against pathogenic organisms resulting from its unique ability to adhere to intestinal walls. Lp 299v promotes good intestinal function, reduces bloating, abdominal pain and normalises bowel motility/transit time.

Is Lp 299v safe?
Yes, as it is a natural probiotic, it is extremely safe. Lp 299v may be used in conjunction with other medications and there are no side effects. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers can use Lp 299v with confidence.

How long before Lp 299v delivers relief?
A minimum treatment course is 1 month. Resolution of symptoms depends on the severity of the underlying factors that contribute to IBS symptoms.

What can I expect with Lp 299v?
80% reduction in abnormal pain.
60% normalization in stool frequency.
95% improvement in IBS symptoms.
50% reduction of flatulence.

A final thing to add to the pharmacological list: Biral (http://home.intekom.com/pharm/byk/biral.html). Once upon a Sunday night in mucho pain given this and Buscopan together by the nice late night pharmacist at the hospital up the road, working on the theory that stress exacerbates the problem. Use it, don't use it ..up to you.

As to what sets me off: curry is verboten ..but I'm quite OK to consume chilli just about any time I like, go figure. I have a working theory that I can't go near those lovely big black mushrooms, currently too scared to go near even li'l button mushrooms too, dammit!

[Mephisto_Helix]

My ass is on fire right now. Seriously. On fire. I don't think I can handle another trip to the bathroom. That salsa I ate for lunch really, REALLY hates me. How do I make the pain stop? ... maybe skip the salsa as a start bru.

[Kasyx]

... maybe skip the salsa as a start bru.

Yeah, I've never had a problem with the salsa before. Funnily enough, the hot foods don't affect me. I think it was just really bad luck that my stomach exploded the day I ate salsa :(

[Kasyx]

Ahhh, our old friend (..mine too):mad:: IBS (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irritable_bowel_syndrome). I've had Bevispas (what's the box look like again?) ..which, it turns out, has the same active ingredient as Colofac (http://www.neis.com/searches/M/mebeverine_hydrochloride.html) - another of my old friends. My current friend is Buscopan (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buscopan) which, I now read :p, is meant to stop the whole process from happening:



As a bonus it's an S2 OTC (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Over-the-counter_drug) medication so, should you need it (and when you need it you REALLY do!) outside of regular retail hours, you can head off to your local late/all night pharmacy (you do know where yours are, don't you?) and hopefully get relief.

But I've just made a new discovery: Lp299v (http://www.lp299v.co.uk/home) which, sez (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lactobacillus_plantarum) the all-knowing-wiki, is a probiotic (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Probiotics). Now, I haven't tried this yet (just picked up the flyer yesterday) but I'm all for something that says things like "clinically proven to assist in easing a troubled colon" and "95% success rate". The pamphlet I have here is from NutriLida (http://www.nutrilida.com/main.htm) which is an ass-tastic :mad: Flash site! Besides it NOT being a med (having read those wiki links I posted) ;), this may be encouraging (lifted from the site, it's better to have it all here):



A final thing to add to the pharmacological list: Biral (http://home.intekom.com/pharm/byk/biral.html). Once upon a Sunday night in mucho pain given this and Buscopan together by the nice late night pharmacist at the hospital up the road, working on the theory that stress exacerbates the problem. Use it, don't use it ..up to you.

As to what sets me off: curry is verboten ..but I'm quite to consume chilli just about any time I like, go figure. I have a working theory that I can't go near those lovely big black mushrooms, currently too scared to go near even li'l button mushrooms too, dammit!

Wow. That is really helpful! Thanks. Please let me know how it goes with the lp229v, and where I could get some.

Oh god... Stomach gurgling again :(

[Mephisto_Helix]

I know a friend of mine suddenly had the same probs you're experiencing and his doc told him it that part of the blame had to go to all his years of eating the hot sh*t. Maybe the salsa that broke the camels a$$ :D. Hope you come right with some medication bru.

[Yotch]

There are many different medications that you could try in addition to those mentioned above such as Spasmopep, Pectrolyte, Immodium, Peppermint oil, Calcium, Magnesium supplements etc. but I haven't found that any of them really help to a large extent. You could just end up spending lots of money and see little benefit.

I have found that jogging does help a lot though and presumably exercises to improve abdominal muscle tone such as crunches or Pilates etc. The whole digestion process depends on natural rhythmic contractions to propel food through the digestive system - any disruptions and you either have constipation of diarrhoea. If you jog for long periods of time the regular muscle contractions from your neck, shoulders, spine through the abdominal muscles, hips, legs, knees, ankles, feet etc. need to be carefully synchronised and this seems to restore some of the natural contractions in the colon. The muscles in the colon will also start to contract more reliably if they are well toned and have the correct balance of minerals. You may find that after several months of jogging that your digestive system is better able to tolerate certain foods etc. You should also be able to get a good idea about the state of your colon depending on how easy it is to establish a good rhythm while you jog or complete a long distance. Some people with severe IBS symptoms can no longer jog when their colons go into a spasm and can only resume again after a few weeks.

High doses of some of the anticholinergic IBS medications produce similar effects to those of extreme fatigue from long distance running etc. such as a complete loss of colon/bowel control. The medications though do not help to improve muscle tone or rhythm which is presumably why they do not help to improve the condition over the long term.

[marine1]

For Stomach cramps- Buscopan Compound- oh my god buscopan has saved my life.

[bdt]

I have found that jogging does help a lot though and presumably exercises to improve abdominal muscle tone such as crunches or Pilates etc. The whole digestion process depends on natural rhythmic contractions to propel food through the digestive system - any disruptions and you either have constipation of diarrhoea. If you jog for long periods of time the regular muscle contractions from your neck, shoulders, spine through the abdominal muscles, hips, legs, knees, ankles, feet etc. need to be carefully synchronised and this seems to restore some of the natural contractions in the colon. The muscles in the colon will also start to contract more reliably if they are well toned and have the correct balance of minerals. You may find that after several months of jogging that your digestive system is better able to tolerate certain foods etc.QFT: last time I saw my quack he pretty much *told* me to consider jogging to make things better, a la said here.

[bdt]

In related news: has anyone else developed an (morbid) interest in reading meds package inserts...? :p

[Pixie22]

In related news: has anyone else developed an (morbid) interest in reading meds package inserts...? :p

I enjoy reading about all the bad side effects etc. Just interesting

[Devill]

Yeah, I've never had a problem with the salsa before. Funnily enough, the hot foods don't affect me. I think it was just really bad luck that my stomach exploded the day I ate salsa :(

i use to eat alot of chillies and periperi buuuuut that stuff like smoking doesnt really harm you in the short run.....just in the long run :)

Cant eat chillies / wheat / prossesed starch(sp?) ect ect anymore because then it feels like ive have acid heart burn on steriods with a little pocket nuke hammering away at my stomach and throat.....

Nexiam works the best for me though....

dont need it anymore since i started to eat right though :D

[thisgeek]

Sorry, but this is more of an "oh God I need a support group to help me get through this horror" thread than a "let's gross everyone out" thread :(

***DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU ARE EATING***

My ass is on fire right now. Seriously. On fire. I don't think I can handle another trip to the bathroom. That salsa I ate for lunch really, REALLY hates me. How do I make the pain stop? :(

Seriously, go to your local chemist, and ask for a tube of Anethaine. This stuff works like a bomb when your ass is on fire, which happens to me quite frequently I might add... I still haven't figured out what sets me off though, and honestly it's because I haven't noticed any set pattern. What I'm fine with one day can give me horrible stomach problems the next.

Anethaine is a local anaesthetic ointment for just such things like this - it can also be used on insect bites etc. It's not too expensive IIRC - but then it depends on your definition of expensive. For instant pain relief, I consider it VERY cheap. I always keep a tube of the stuff handy in the bathroom. Use it just before you go - if you're raw, it can burn like a sumb1tch, but it deadens the area pretty much instantly, and you can poo till your heart's content without the agony.

And YES - IT MEANS YOU STICK YER FINGER UP YER ASS, but trust me, that is definitely worth it for the pain relief.

(And hey, who knows, it might turn you on)


EDIT: And for those of you who think this is a really odd subject - think about this... sensitive stomachs tend to end up with diarrhea (can never spell that damn word) for some people. Diarrhea is very acidic. The acid burns your anus, in some cases causing very painful bleeding, and makes it agonising to go to the loo.

So while this subject can be quite funny to discuss, it's no joke to people who suffer from it. - And although I suffer from it, I CAN joke about it.

[Kasyx]

Seriously, go to your local chemist, and ask for a tube of Anethaine. This stuff works like a bomb when your ass is on fire, which happens to me quite frequently I might add... I still haven't figured out what sets me off though, and honestly it's because I haven't noticed any set pattern. What I'm fine with one day can give me horrible stomach problems the next.

Anethaine is a local anaesthetic ointment for just such things like this - it can also be used on insect bites etc. It's not too expensive IIRC - but then it depends on your definition of expensive. For instant pain relief, I consider it VERY cheap. I always keep a tube of the stuff handy in the bathroom. Use it just before you go - if you're raw, it can burn like a sumb1tch, but it deadens the area pretty much instantly, and you can poo till your heart's content without the agony.

And YES - IT MEANS YOU STICK YER FINGER UP YER ASS, but trust me, that is definitely worth it for the pain relief.

(And hey, who knows, it might turn you on)

Oh god yes! I am gonna buy myself some of this stuff on the way home :D:D:D

Thanks!

[Alan]

:(

Those of you who have it know exactly how much it sucks. My sensitive stomach is the bane of my life, I am dealing with horrific explosions and gas right now, so I figured I would start a thread about it in between mad dashes to the bathroom. What sets your stomach off? What are your remedies?

I apparently have something called "Candida" (look it up, with my stomach as it is right now, I'm not really in the mood to hunt for links), which, when it flares up, seems to give me Irritable Bowel Syndrome, which, in turn, makes me punish the toilet on a regular basis. Basically what sets me off is:

Sugar, wheat, yeast, cheese, any mold-containing foods, MSG, and so on.

I pretty much carry around a little pill box with me in which there is usually Betaparamide (for diarrhea) and Bevispas (for stomach cramps). I find that Kem-o-dine also helps for a really upset stomach, with Eno and bicarb for gas and bloatedness. I have also found ginger (in gingerbeer) to help a bit.

Basically, this makes my life suck. How do the rest of you with sensitive stomachs deal with it?

Ah been to see doc Shearer?

[Kasyx]

Ah been to see doc Shearer?

Haha, indeed I have, several times in fact :D

I should probably go back there to get him to prescribe me more "detox" meds for it, but right now I just don't have the money :(

[Alan]

Haha, indeed I have, several times in fact :D

I should probably go back there to get him to prescribe me more "detox" meds for it, but right now I just don't have the money :(

Been there done the arm test and went on the sugarless diet for more that 2years got no better and went off it.

*sigh*

All the nice sweet delights sacrificed :(

[Kasyx]

Been there done the arm test and went on the sugarless diet for more that 2years got no better and went off it.

*sigh*

All the nice sweet delights sacrificed :(

I went on the diet and lost 8kgs in two weeks and got way better. Then Christmas came, and I went crazy :(

I am honestly wondering whether my stomach has something to do with my weight...

[Alan]

I went on the diet and lost 8kgs in two weeks and got way better. Then Christmas came, and I went crazy :(

I am honestly wondering whether my stomach has something to do with my weight...

So how long have you been on the diet and how much better is your stomach weight loss aside?

[wotalotigot]

I went through a phase of about 5 years where I'd get random diarrhoea (could not find a culprit). The my doctor diagnosed me with reflux, so I started taking Nexiam and eating less spicy food. That helped somewhat. Then last year I lost 14 kg through eating low GI, exercise and taking capsules for my insulin resistance (oh, old age...). My stomach has been much, much better, probably because I avoid sugar, fat and alcohol.
About a month ago I overindulged in several slices of garlic bread dripping in butter, and my stomach reminded me strongly of the problems I had almost forgotten about.

Main culprits: Coffee (aka pouring petrol on a fire), rich food (especially pastas with rich sauces), boerewors rolls

Main remedies:
Ginger (e.g. Lemon & Ginger tea, or adding fresh ginger to rooibos tea)
Weleda Digestodoron (I believe its basically probiotics)
Mag phos (tissue salt no 8) for cramps

Several years of working in the health section of a pharmacy as a student might have skewed my choiced slightly...

[Kasyx]

So how long have you been on the diet and how much better is your stomach weight loss aside?

*Digs up the ancient*

Well, here I sit, sick stomach again and I have barely eaten at all today. I haven't eaten anything today that I don't eat regularly with no bad side effects. Yesterday, however, I had a bit of desert (apple cake and cream), but it was my farewell so I think I can be forgiven. Anyhow, I had a bit of an upset stomach last night (which I pretty much expected), however this evening, out of the blue, my stomach decided to hate me - it was pretty bad. Still sitting here, pensive about going to bed as I am not sure whether I will need to go again...

Clearly my statement about it being my weight is wrong; I have lost 15kgs and it is still just as bad :(

I honestly give up. I don't know how I am going to survive in Dubai with my stomach like this.

[HavocXphere]

Maybe you are lactose intolerant?

[Gunny]

I got put on Probiotics. During episodes I take buscopan for the cramps and some form of immodium derivitive to stop the runs. Dont laugh but hemroid cream helps for the burn.

[DJ...]

Dont laugh but hemroid cream helps for the burn.

Try super-glue as well - it has better anaesthetic properties and isnt as bad for you as hemorrhoid cream...

[Gunny]

Besides the fact that most "super-glue" contains cyanide it will probably solve the runs problem to

[DJ...]

Besides the fact that most "super-glue" contains cyanide it will probably solve the runs problem to

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[Turiko]

:(
Basically, this makes my life suck. How do the rest of you with sensitive stomachs deal with it?

I know what you mean although I don't have it nearly as bad as you. In general I am very wary of what I put in my mouth. I watch expiry dates and so forth and I observe the cleanilness of restaurants. In my case, sour milk or milk that's busy going off, produces unpleasant results within 15 minutes.

[Alan]

*Digs up the ancient*

Well, here I sit, sick stomach again and I have barely eaten at all today. I haven't eaten anything today that I don't eat regularly with no bad side effects. Yesterday, however, I had a bit of desert (apple cake and cream), but it was my farewell so I think I can be forgiven. Anyhow, I had a bit of an upset stomach last night (which I pretty much expected), however this evening, out of the blue, my stomach decided to hate me - it was pretty bad. Still sitting here, pensive about going to bed as I am not sure whether I will need to go again...

Clearly my statement about it being my weight is wrong; I have lost 15kgs and it is still just as bad :(

I honestly give up. I don't know how I am going to survive in Dubai with my stomach like this.

Yeah Dubai heat and a messed up stomach :sick:

This sparked my interest since I wasn't getting better on the diet. I didn't get in the end but perhaps you'd be interested.

http://www.thiscureworks.com/candida/

Looks a little dodge but his story made some good points

[Natasha H]

Sorry, but this is more of an "oh God I need a support group to help me get through this horror" thread than a "let's gross everyone out" thread :(

***DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU ARE EATING***

Thank you for the warning! I stopped at this post!!!

[blunomore]

Hi Kasyx, try drinking fennel tea and/or peppermint tea. They are both brilliant for the symptoms of IBS.

And have a look at this, for some more tips and remedies: http://www.helpforibs.com/

[Jewelbox]

Try not eating protein with carbs.

[DJ...]

At this rate Kasyx, you'll be on a diet of fennel tea and peppermint chewing gum - good luck...:D

[teraside]

At this rate Kasyx, you'll be on a diet of fennel tea and peppermint chewing gum - good luck...:D

Chewing gum can make it worse ;) you keep on chewing and your stomach expects food to enter and produces acids etc. Not what someone would want.

Also, if you've ever in the past used these Aquafresh gums or any teeth brushing replacement gum, stop with it immediately. Read the warning on the packaging, it's not meant for prolonged use and it will cause your stomach to do very strange things.

[sand_man]

Sounds to me like you need to go on a detox coupled with a colon cleanse. Perhaps you should go see Dr Danny Pillay, he is a top homeopathic doctor in the Sandton area. The procedure is a week long marathon of eating nothing but a liquid broth and probiotics. 75 litres of water is then pumped up your anus and through your intestines over a 1 hour period, for 5 days. This enema removes the colon plague on the wall of your intestines.

Once complete you should feel significantly better. The ritual should be followed with a healthy diet comprising fresh vegetables, fruit and nuts, legumes, lentils and all things raw and vegetarian. Meat in small quantities if not at all....

There is a show on reality tv called spa of embarrassing illnesses which accurately outlines how this method works in curing patients of most ailments...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kL6GIe-iu8

[Nanfeishen]

Ginseng tea for the stomach, a liver tonic to help restore your liver, (the stomach and liver are linked), and dab some milk on the paper before wiping , helps with the burn, the same way milk helps reduce the burn in the mouth from hot food.

[DJ...]

Is anyone going to put this all together into a single post for Kasyx? That way Kasyx can just lump all the ingredients into a pot, simmer for a few minutes and hope for the best.

Dear Kasyx, please do not add the milk-soaked toilet paper to the pot...

[Ecco]

A prescription medicine call Colofac - helps a lot. Ask you doctor about it.

[sand_man]

mmm... lots of medicine to treat the symptoms but none that cure the illness... and that in a nut shell is the problem with medicine the way it's practiced in the capitalist west