Constipation predominant IBS (IBS-C)

I made a simple yet groundbreaking discovery of the perfect cure for constipation in September 2024 that will definitely annihilate constipation forever. I have been fighting for publishing it by submitting it to a lot of medical journals for more than 560 days, but they treated it just exactly like the medical community in the mid-19th century treated Ignaz Semmelweis’ discovery of doctors having to wash their hands. If you don’t now Ignaz Semmelweis’ story, you can go to https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12720402/ to read it. My discovery is straightforward: the cause of constipation is sitting or squatting too long every day. The cure is to stand up (please not…

Hi, I am a 75 Yr. old woman with IBS-C for too many years. I have been on Linzess, Motegrity, Ibsrela , Miralax, Dulcolax supps,, fiber, Aciphex, Pelvic floor PT, hypnotherapy and more without being able to move my bowels. I see a GI team at a good hospital ( I just switched to them from another hospital) and am having a EGD w/US next week due to additional esophagus problems and abdominal pain. I have had hoarseness for months and lump in throat when I eat solids. I am scared and feel they are missing something. I was told that a Colonoscopy would be too risky for me because the Interventional Gastroenterologist had difficulty w/ last one in '23. Anyone with similar pr…

I have tried Amizita, Trulance and Linzess. The trouble is they work for a few weeks then stop. I have lymphocytic colitis, slow transit, malrotation of colon and constipation. The best course was taking 2 senna at night, was perfect until that stopped working so went back on Trulance. Anyone else have this experience that you can share feedback? Thank you

Hi, I have had Ibs c for around 8 years. I was able to manage it to start with but over the last couple of years it got considerably worse. My main issue is the odour issues which I can’t smell but others can. It’s really impacting my life in particular at work as I work in an office for some of the week and my co workers make comments about the smell and they don’t want to sit beside me. I’ve tried diet changes, taking medication, increasing hydration, using wipes and bidet after bowel movements etc but it does not seem to make a difference. I also have tried wearing shreddies underwear the charcoal absorbent ones but it doesn’t help either. I also went to a pelvic floor…

Has anyone here successfully negotiated both their IBS-C issues and weight issues being on GLP-1 medication? To be fair, I’ve had low-key IBS-c for over two decades and have been able to manage it with diet, enzymes and supplements. I realize I am lucky compared to others. But I’m dealing with weight issues and have been on NON GLP-1 medications for over a year and it’s not working. My weight doctor is awesome and she knows my IBS-C issues are a real concern, which is why we avoided GLP1 at first, but I’ve decided to try Foundayo (a pill form) so that I can quickly take myself off if things get to backed up. Has anybody here had success on GLP-1s and if so, how did you k…

Can anybody share their experience taking this medication? So far I’ve only been on it for five days but am extremely bloated. Stomach is distended and the diarrhea is manageable no different than when I was on trulance or linzess. Does this get better? I have lymphocytic colitis with chronic constipation

Hi. 62 y.o. male, MPH student, Post-infectious IBS-C. I've always been prone to constipation, but after post infection shigella a year and a half ago, I got pretty severe, chronic diarrhea, became malnourished, and ended up on a capful of PEG-3350 ('Miralax' I prefer generic names to avoid confusion) daily. Overall, it's been a lifesaver but it has had some serious drawbacks too (bloating, gas, queasiness, loss of strength). Last night I went down to 3/4 of a cap with no ill effects or constipation. I'm going to try 3/4 dose again tonight and see what happens. Glad to be here and looking forward to exchanging stories and med. info.

Hi All Has anyone gone through Cognitive Behavioural Thrapy to deal with IBS - C? After having done some research it seems CBT can be helpful to deal with brain/gut connection. I would be happy to hear from anyone who has actually undergone this and with what degree of success. Thanks

There are so many foods meant to solve or prevent constipation, but there has always been this one recommendation: Fiber. However, here is the catch: fiber-rich foods can actually cause constipation too. By overintroducing fibers, you increase the chance of hitting a wall of allergies, microbiome disorders, and IBS that may revolve between IBS-D and IBS-C, putting strain on the intestines and making things worse. It also depends on how you define constipation. For me, constipation is not going at least once every day. Some people get annoyed by the ongoing struggle and take prescriptions, which of course bring extreme effects. Laxatives are not a long-term solution. They …

Hi, I'm new to this support group and am hoping someone has some sage advice to share with me. For many years I've suffered with IBS/C and have tried every prescription med and increasing amounts of Miralax without results. Recently, I underwent open-heart surgery and my GI doctor provided me with samples of Movantik, hoping the med would prevent my IBS/C from getting worse due to the opioid pain meds and anathesia. Movantik has been a game changer for me. For for the first time in over 20 years I'm having regular BMs. However, the med is very expensive ($460.25) for a 30 day supply. Because I'm on Medicare, I don't qualify for a Savings Card (as ridiculous as it is, medi…

Hi my husband is seeing a Doctor at Yale New Haven Connecticut and so far they haven't helped much. He is in constant pain and is really getting down to the point that I am really worried.

Hello, Has anyone tried the device Vibrant. It is designed to stimulate a bowel movement. It is FDA approved. I a, eager to hear about it.

Hello, I like so many have tried it all. What i have found terribly frustrating is that nothing lasts at all. I have tried medication, acupuncture, herbal options that a tuakky did work until they stopped. Adding more with the hope of stimulating a bowel movement produced horrible cramping then diarrhea. Horrible as it sounds I welcomed anything at that point to feel something was moving. The latest was trying mag citrate and that too stopped after 2 days. Upon adding more i felt like i had a cement block in my abdomen. So i stopped. I have come to believe that this is a run around with no real answer. My frustration is that things work then they do not. I have been treat…

Hi everyone, It’s my first time posting in this forum 27M it has been 3 years since diagnosed with IBS colon and also found I have a redundant colon from a colonoscopy as well. Anyways the advice I wanted to ask was I’m thinking of taking psyllium husk, flaxseed or chia seed as fiber to go. And what I wanted has anyway with IBS C with a redundant benefited from this? Would like to know how to start off with the amount of fiber from any of these would be appreciated. Also on Amizita as well but going to be switching to a different medication soon to Trulance because of my insurance won’t cover it due to formula changes.

Hi everyone — I’m new here and wanted to briefly share my history and ask a couple of questions. Before I dive in, I just want to ask honestly: is this board mainly focused on discussing pharmaceutical treatments? I’m not anti-medication at all, but after reading some of the early threads it feels a bit like an ad space. If that’s the case, that’s fine — I just want to understand the scope here. As for my situation: I’ve had severe chronic constipation for many years and have been through a long road of tests, diets, supplements, and multiple doctors, none of which really helped. Over time, I’ve come to realize this doesn’t seem food-related (not probiotics, intolerance…

It's been a year long journey, since I ended up in the emergency department with a panic attack because of my IBS-C. I have found that doctors and dieticians are not of great help. I feel I have had this condition all my life, but never really recognized it, or was formally diagnoised. What I have found very helpful is ChatGPT. You may think that strange, but I highly recomment it. I have read some of the threads here, and I know many of you are at the end of you ropes, but please give this a try. Just state where you are with this disease. You will get help. The thing I most like is that you can continue the conversation every day and tweek your plan. It will provide inf…

Hi y’all, I am 48 and just started Linzess last Saturday. I had no problems with it and then yesterday and today, my stomach has hurt, been making lots of noises and have had diarrhea. Has anyone had these symptoms and do they get better? If not I am thinking I’d rather have constipation. Anyway, Thanks

I was diagnosed with IBS-C about 35 years ago. I'm 65 years old now, and I'm still struggling. I gave up on doctors many years ago. I saw many doctors, but no one helped me. I have pelvic floor dyssynergia as well. I've been told to get more fiber, but I seem to get more constipated with more fiber. So, I consulted with AI, and it suggested to switch to low residue diet with very little fiber. This method actually worked for some patients with chronic constipation. There was a study on that. I'm wondering if any of you has heard about this, or even tried it. Fiber has become like a religion over the years, and I have never doubted that actually fiber would work against me…

Hi, I am a 67 year old woman. IBS C. Had IBS D a in my forties. I have no quality of life left. I cannot travel. Getting to appointments is an event. I have cramping, gas, incomplete evacuation as well. I no longer sleep. I am often up by 2 to try to poop. If successful or not that starts hours of constant urinating. So I really no longer sleep. My life revolves around pooping and not. It occupies good part of the day and night. I have tried to get help from my GP. Only will listen to taking SSRI to fix incorrect messages from my brain to my gut - that is what they tell me. I am alone. One 35 year old daughter about an hour away. Have lost all activiti…

Have you ever felt uncomfortable talking with your healthcare provider about persistent IBS-C symptoms? If so, you are not alone. In fact, research shows that many people don't tell their healthcare provider how they really feel. If could be because they don't want to disappoint their healthcare provider if they're not feeling as good as they think they should be. It could also be because they feel embarrassed to share details about their symptoms. Many people living with IBS-C don't bring up ongoing symptoms with their doctor - sometimes because they don't realize there may be other treatment options available. Sharing how you're really feeling with your doctor helps you…

I am 64 and have made a decision to retire from my job because I can't continue to try and work around my problems with severe constipation. I have had this problem for decades and am really worn down. I just went to the gastro doc yesterday because I haven't been able to poop for over two weeks. Hemorrhoids are also out of control which comes with it. She instructed me to go home and immediately drink two bottles of magnesium citrate which I did. Yesterday and today have been pretty unpleasant. She explained that the gut brain connection was not there, and this was part of the problem. I've tried other meds but this time she gave me IBSRELA 50 mg to start tomorrow…

The impact of IBS-C is real Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) can be difficult. The symptoms of abdominal pain, bloating, and constipation can be bothersome and can make it challenging to fully participate in daily activities. Options available Did you know there are multiple prescription medications available to treat IBS-C? You may have taken one in the past or are currently taking one. What's great is that these medications offer a range of solutions, and they don't all work the same for each individual patient. Be empowered to ask for something different. If the prescription you are taking for IBS-C isn't giving you the symptom relief you…

There are different causes of IBS-C In other words, the causes of your IBS-C symptoms are not necessarily the same as someone else's. So, it makes sense that there is not a one-size-fits-all treatment for IBS-C. Different people may need different treatments. It's important to find the medication that's right for you Because there are different causes of IBS-C, it's important to have different treatment options. Today there are 4 FDA-approved medications for IBS-C. If you try a treatment initially and it doesn't give you the relief you had hoped for, you should talk to your doctor about trying something different. It's important we hear from you so that we can better unde…

What will ensure that I am successful at continuing availing of the public transport as an individual on a Disability allowance? Edit I have used trains and buses for years with my travel pass that I got in 2004, as a personal with a Learning disability and in general I would sacrifice my needs and comfort for others as a sign of expression from me for another human-being. I can't get accidentally sucked into and addicted to people pleasing behaviour because of this. Now since a month ago, the hospitalty has diagnosed me with ibs with worse symptoms of stomac releasing continuious fowl gas as well as conspitation problems and am currently on long waiting list for…

Hello I’m here to tell about my 20 year old daughter’s journey and look for advice abd support from others who are experiencing similar issues. My daughter is constipated on a pretty much constant basis, for several years now. She has been taking laxatives off and on but since that provided only very short term relief (in the form of diarrhea ) we consulted a gastroenterologist to try and find a better long term treatment plan. She was prescribed Linzess and at first she responded to it, but after only 6 weeks of taking it daily (the smallest dose) she reported that it’s not working anymore and bloating and constipation has returned. The gastroenterologist we consulted di…