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Uncomfortable bloating

(37 Posts)
seacliff Wed 28-Nov-18 18:41:49

Me too Morethan ….identical symptons, had it 8 days but I don't have a history of IBS. I have been feeling really poorly, and actually was driven to go to docs today.

Having blood test for various things including for Ovarian cancer (there is a family history) and a ultra sound, wants to see if there are any gall stones. I was surprised they did all this, but best to hopefully rule things out.

Rutheleanor Wed 28-Nov-18 18:22:58

I nibble digestive biscuits.

morethan2 Sat 17-Nov-18 06:59:54

Thankfully It’s a bit better this morning but it’s stopped me sleeping. I think I’ll take your advice and stick to plain chicken,rice soup for the next day or two. Thanks for asking Doodle my husband troubles at work seem to be sorted with a telling off, some humiliation and a day’s retraining.

Eloethan Sat 17-Nov-18 00:21:14

If it doesn't sort itself out fairly quickly, I think you should go to the doctor.

EllanVannin Fri 16-Nov-18 21:12:27

Could be medication that you're perhaps taking ?
Strangely enough mint chewing gum can help the gut and bowels as it's encouraged after surgery of the bowels.
It's helped me if I've felt seedy rather than taking any " mixture ".
Also it doesn't harm not to eat until your insides are more settled.

Treebee Fri 16-Nov-18 20:10:13

Cut out dairy for a little while. If no change see your GP, could be so many things.

Jalima1108 Fri 16-Nov-18 20:08:29

It may not be your IBS, it could be an infection and eating could make it worse. If you're not hungry then just drinking lemonade for 24 hours may help it to go.

If it persists, perhaps a trip to the GP could be required?
I hope you feel better soon.

Doodle Fri 16-Nov-18 20:05:04

Well usually apple sauce, dry toast, rice and plain chicken but if you have IBS apples are high FODMAP so perhaps not a good idea. I'd go for plain chicken and rice with no veg and plain and lots of water. Do hope you feel better soon. Don't mean to pry but is your DH ok? I remember you were a bit worried the other day. I hope things are ok.

hopeful1 Fri 16-Nov-18 19:03:59

Honey and ginger tea and relax.

ninathenana Fri 16-Nov-18 17:20:22

Chicken and rice or anything bland.
My brother was told to drink flat cola. Not tried it myself.

LyndaW Fri 16-Nov-18 13:38:18

Sorry to hear you're not feeling well, morethan2. flowers Peppermint or chamomile tea is meant to be soothing for gut problems? Hope you're feeling yourself soon.

morethan2 Fri 16-Nov-18 13:12:39

Oh dear I’ve not been feeling great for the last few days My tummy’s bloated and uncomfortable, loose stools, cramping pains, lethargic and generally unwell and miserable. Not sure if it’s my IBS having a flare up or I’ve eaten somthing that didn’t agree with me. I’ve taken some mebeverine that’s in date but beenin the cabinet for ages. I’m only eating light foods. I’m wondering if any one can give me advice about what to eat while things settle.