by Rachael 1984 » 25 Nov 2013, 16:06
Hi VDB,
IBS is stress related, but many foods trigger IBS. Spicy, stodgy, dairy to name a few... Symptoms are urgency, constipation or diarreah (or both). Stomach cramps, bloated stomach and feeling sick. I was diagnosed after all other bowel conditions were ruled out through certain tests. Constipation caused my Fissure hell.
I have been under a dietician for the last 6 months, following the FODMAP plan, which has saved my life. It is amazing. I hardly ever get attacks now( unless I am stressed) and the plan has a 75% success rate. I plan to add this information on here to help fellow IBS suffers.
Hem Banding sept 2012
2Fissures
Nitro- Effective short term
April 2013-Botox-Effective short term
Diltazem-No effect, developed Rash
July 2014-Diagnosed High Resting Pressure
LIS performed on 17.9.14
Ongoing pain/re-tears. Awaiting pressure test results.