Mrae asked:


I was told I have ibs about 2.5yrs ago but the only symptom I have is urgent bowel movements nothing else. What else could be causing this? I have had most of the test done but feel we are missing something since this is the only issue that is bothersome.

Brenda B asked:


I have conflicting information as to how many bowl movements is good or normal. What is the normal amount for a person with a healthy cleansed colon or is on a regular colon cleanse regiment?
Please site your source for the answer to this question. Thanks!

dancerhelen2006 asked:


I haven’t had a normal bowel movement in about a month, and when I do have bowel movements, they’re very loose and painful to pass. I get crampy and it’s just very painful. Is this ibs, or a side effect of something else?

Rose asked:


occurance alternating from constipation to diarrea.My friend is having some terrible trouble and no medical coverage so need something to help.Any ideas??

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minhaalmn asked:


I’m a 26 year-old male and live a healthy lifestyle- I workout 3 times a week, drink lots of water, and I absolutely love fruits. For the past couple of days I’ve been suffering from painful bowel movements, added with constipation, bloating, and mild abdominal pain. At first I thought it was the creatine that I recently started taking, but it’s been about 4 days now and I don’t see any improvment even after stopping. Please help!

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samnickel2 asked:


Stomach PainSometimes, people see their doctors for stomach pain that they think is caused by an ulcer, but it isn’t. Although you may have gnawing upper abdominal pain, diagnostic tests don’t reveal an ulcer or other digestive problem.As the name suggests, upper stomach pain is a pain experienced in the upper portion of the belly region. There can be a number of reasons for the occurrence of this type of pain. It can be quite severe, long-lasting and chronic at times, while at other times it can be merely a short lived condition. However, the exact location of the pain determines its root cause. What is abdominal pain?Ordinarily, we are unaware of any of the actions of the organs in the abdomen or any discomfort from activities such as eating, movement of food through the intestines, or bowel movements. Nerves are constantly monitoring activities in the body, and when those messages are transmitted to the brain and come into consciousness as unpleasant sensations, we may sense pain or discomfort.Causes and Symptoms Of Upper Stomach PainAbdominal pain is caused by inflammation (for example, appendicitis, diverticulitis, colitis ), by stretching or distention of an organ (for example, obstruction of the intestine, blockage of a bile duct by gallstones, swelling of the liver with hepatitis), or by loss of the supply of blood to an organ (for example, ischemic colitis).Respiratory symptomsIn over 90% of patients with sarcoidosis, whether or not they show outward signs of the disease, abnormalities almost always show up on a chest x-ray. These include swelling and inflammation of the lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy) in the chest and, less commonly, a mottled (having colored spots and blotches) appearance to the lungs.Stomach UlcerStomach ulcer, also called gastric ulcer literally to an ulcer occurring in the wall of the stomach. This often happens due to erosion of the lining of the wall of the stomach and the formation of an ulcer crater.Swollen lymph nodes (adenopathy)There are two sets of thoracic lymph nodes that are commonly affected: the hilar (where the bronchial tubes enter the lungs) and mediastinal (the region in the center of the chest just outside of the lungs).GastritisGastritis is inflammation of the wall of the stomach. This causes irritation and mild erosion, but no ulcer. It often follows period of stress, or excessive consumption of alcohol or binge drink.Treatments Of upper Stomach painSurgeryThe extent of surgery depends on the extent of the disease. Endoscopic mucosal resection may be used to treat early stomach cancer (i.e., tumor smaller than 3 cm that has not invaded beyond the innermost layer of the stomach lining [submucosa]). This procedure involves removing only the tumor and surrounding tissue.ChemotherapyChemotherapy involves using drugs to destroy cancer cells. This treatment may be used after surgery to destroy remaining cancer cells and prevent recurrence (adjuvant treatment). Chemotherapy drugs may be administered orally or through an IV (i.e., through a vein) and treatment often is administered on an outpatient basis.Natural Backache RemedyTrigger points should be at the top of the list during any examination for back pain. When healthcare practitioners have had adequate training and experience, trigger points are easy to locate and treat. In fact, there are ways to treat them yourself quite efficiently and effectively.Self-applied trigger point massage is an appropriate and unusually effective remedy for back pain, because it goes to the source of the problem. It’s only a matter of knowing where to look for the right trigger points and knowing the right techniques to use.

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Alien asked:


Description

Colitis, or ulcerative colitis as it is also known, is one of the two chronic disorders known as inflammatory bowel syndrome (the other is Crohn’s disease). The exact cause of ulcerative colitis is still unknown, but the condition most commonly affects people of Jewish descent between the ages of 15 and 35 and those who have a family history of the disease.

Ulcerative colitis occurs when tiny ulcers and small abscesses develop on the interior walls of the colon, causing moderate to severe inflammation of the intestinal lining. This inflammation causes diarrhea and abdominal pain. Sometimes the ulcers bleed, streaking the diarrhea with blood. Ulcerative colitis usually affects only a small segment of the intestine, though the entire colon can be effected.

Most individuals with colitis have remission periods-during which they do not experience symptoms-that alternate with flare-ups. In some people these painful flare-ups are brought on by stress; in others the cause of flare-ups is less predictable. In the majority of cases, the condition is more a discomfort than a serious health risk. But approximately 15 percent of sufferers whose entire colons are affected are at increased risk of developing colon cancer.

Signs and Symptoms

Abdominal pain

Diarrhea that contains either blood or pus

Painful, urgent bowel movements

Fever

Fatigue and muscle weakness

Weight loss

Joint pain, skin problems, and eye problems

Conventional Medical Treatment

After taking a detailed history of your symptoms, a physician may perform a barium X-ray, colonoscopy, or sigmoidoscopy to arrive at a diagnosis. Treatment for ulcerative colitis is generally limited to symptomatic periods and typically includes an anti-inflammatory medication, such as sulfasalazine or corticosteroids. An estimated 20 to 25 percent of colitis patients do not respond to medication and need colostomy surgery to remove the affected portion of the colon. If you have had colitis for eight years or more, your physician may suggest an annual colonoscopy to check for cancerous growths.

Also Recommended

flaxseed oil (as directed on label)-protects the lining of the colon

garlic (as directed on label)-has a healing effect on the colon

Multimineral complex with calcium, chromium, magnesium, and zinc (as directed on label)-minerals are not easily absorbed in colitis victims; calcium is needed for the prevention of cancer, which can occur as a result of constant irritation

vitamin C with bioflavonoids (3000 to 5000 mg in divided doses)-boosts immune function and heals mucous membranes; use in buffered form

(For an acute condition, take supplements until your symptoms subside. If symptoms persist, seek the advice of your health care provider. For a chronic condition, consult your health care provider regarding the duration of treatment.)

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Dave Simpson asked:


What is IBS?
IBS - or to give it its full name - Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a set of symptoms which affect the stomach and bowel. At the time of writing, there is no fully attributed cause to these symptoms, and the symptoms themselves can quite often vary dramatically between sufferers. Because of this, IBS is often referred to by several names such as spastic colon, mucous colitis, spastic colitis, or irritable colon. Similarly, because of the wide spectrum of presenting complaints, IBS can be notoriously difficult to diagnose correctly, and sufferers will often have to make repeat visits to their physician before the condition is diagnosed. To further exacerbate the situation, it is thought that IBS is a functional disorder - many experts now believe it is linked to the transit of food through the digestive system (a process called peristalsis) - which makes it very difficult to confirm by conventional medical examinations such as endoscopy or blood tests.
So How Common Is It?
IBS is a remarkably common condition - and its instance appears to be on the increase! It is estimated that nearly half of all visits to gastroenterologists are because of irritable bowel syndrome, and that around one in 5 of the UK population alone, has suffered from IBS at one time or another. Trigger factors are thought to be diet, lifestyle and stress.
I think I may be suffering from it - what are the symptoms?
As I said above, IBS comes in many shapes and forms, with symptoms ranging from mild discomfort right up to severe abdominal cramps. Usually, however the symptoms are abdominal pain and discomfort particularly in the lower and right abdomen, often accompanied by irregular bowel movements and chronic diarrhoea, constipation, or even a mixture of both.Other less common symptoms include
• Bloating• Nausea• A Premature Feeling Of Fullness• Heartburn
Ok, do I just have to suffer in silence?
Certainly not! Although for many years IBS was not considered a real condition, it is now a recognised disorder and new treatments are being introduced every day.There are now a number of commercially available prescription drugs that go some way to alleviating the symptoms, but, understandably, many people are reluctant to take them on a long term basis. Because the exact causes are still not understood, prescription drugs are often a partial, at best, solution, and may require some experimentation. This can, of course introduce side effects that further complicate the situation.
Because of this, many people prefer to use a natural alternative - and for the majority of these people, the best natural remedy is nearly always an Aloe Vera based product.Aloe Vera has long been known for its anti-inflammatory properties, and many users have reported good results by taking as little as two teaspoons worth a day. Some people claim to notice an immediate effect of Aloe Vera in IBS, whilst others indicate a more progressive benefit over a few months.
 

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