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[ Home ] [ Follow Ups ] [ Post Followups ] [ FAQ ] [ Back to Messages ] Message Posted by Lainey on December 05, 2000 at 07:46:14: Hi! I'm a 17 year old girl, and for the past 2-2.5 years I've had recurring symptoms of what seems to be IBS. I haven't seen a doctor or anything because I don't have a family doctor, and I can cope with my symptoms. 1-2 times every few weeks (sorry it's randomised can't be more specific) I have incredibly bad cramps, abdominal pains, and constipation. I may go to the toilet 4-5 times, and I only get relief in the form of intense diarrhoa (4-5 times also). I can't give an explanation of any triggers and I'm not overly stressed or anything but if this IS IBS, what do I do now, and how can I control it? I've heard certain drugs help certain symptoms but there are side effects and a highly increased fibre intake. If u have any thoughts please send me an email or write a follow up. Follow Ups Post a Followup If you post a followup: Please review our message board guidelines. Please keep messages on topic. Advertising messages are not permitted on this board. Please report any violations to webmaster@healthboards.com Name: E-Mail (optional): please note: your e-mail address will be visible for others to see. Subject: Message: (add your reply here) : Hi! I'm a 17 year old girl, and for the past 2-2.5 years I've had recurring symptoms of what seems to be IBS. I haven't seen a doctor or anything because I don't have a family doctor, and I can cope with my symptoms. 1-2 times every few weeks (sorry it's randomised can't be more specific) I have incredibly bad cramps, abdominal pains, and constipation. I may go to the toilet 4-5 times, and I only get relief in the form of intense diarrhoa (4-5 times also). I can't give an explanation of any triggers and I'm not overly stressed or anything but if this IS IBS, what do I do now, and how can I control it? I've heard certain drugs help certain symptoms but there are side effects and a highly increased fibre intake. If u have any thoughts please send me an email or write a follow up. Optional Link URL: Link Title: Optional Image URL: Note: The moderator has the right to delete any message deemed inappropiate for this board. Repeat violators of healthboards policy will be permanently barred from the boards. Reminder - No ad messages permitted!

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