Patient Stories: Living and Thriving With IBS-C (Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation)

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If you or a loved one is struggling with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) and have yet to find relief, you are not alone. In this episode, Karen, who graciously shares her journey with IBS-C, details the toll IBS-C took on her physical and mental health and the frustrations she felt with how long it took for her to get a proper diagnosis. Her inspiring and positive attitude shines through as she shares the steps she took and explains how working with the right care team was key to finally feeling better. Karen also offers tips and guidance for those who are in a similar situation.
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@michelleonardo4389 7 месяцев назад

I literally heard from a doctor: " You should stop thinking of your gut. Instead, you should go out and have some fun, think of other things." 🤦🏻 How could even be possible having some fun in a lot of pain? Hearing that from a doctor is even more frustrating than knowing that the doctor is unable to provide a precise diagnosis.

@GastroGirl 4 месяца назад

Did he explain the connection between the gut and brain? If you have a lot of stress in your life ( and most of us do) it is important to recognize the gut-brain connection. It is eye-opening to realize how many GI symptoms are related to this gut-brain connection. Fortunately, research has evolved so much in this area and there are a some good evidence-based tools that may help. Check out this free video w Dr. Megan Riehl who does a fantastic job of explaining the benefits of diaphragmatic breathing. She even walks us through the breathing exercise. education.giondemand.com/courses/benefits-diaphragmatic-breathing Nerva is an digital program that you may find helpful try.nervaibs.com/hypnotherapy-nerva/. It is science-backed. Hope that helps!

@mariamyers560 Год назад

Hello, I am new in your RU-vid Chanel. I guess i shouldn’t loose my hope but I am at lost. From the beginning till the end of the video I cried unstoppable. I feel hopeless for my issue. I have been suffering with IBS C for a long time not knowing it. I can’t find a doctor to go to that focus on this problem or maybe I don’t know what to ask for. I have watched so many videos from many people but like this one.

@GastroGirl Год назад

Hi and thank you for reaching out. You are absolutely right--don't lose hope and please know you are not alone. Sometimes chronic constipation is attributed to IBS when it could be the result of pelvic floor issues. You may want to find a pelvic floor therapist who can help you, and/or a gastroenterologist if you don't already have one. We are releasing two episodes (one this week) focused on Women's issues and symptoms related to pelvic floor that you may find helpful. Don't give it!

@SamMZ52 4 месяца назад

Hi there, I am new to your channel and I am glad that I found your podcasts. I have been experiencing excessive burping and occasionally pain in my stomach (near the last part of my large intestine.) for about 3-4 months. My doctor first mentioned it was due to constipation. I endoscopy and abdominal ultra sound and they both were normal. I did food sensitivity test and avoiding any food that they suggested intolerable. My Dr says its due to stress bla bla ... and just says IBS without any further diagnosis. I am in a very helpless situation and my situation is not improving no matter what I try. Any suggestions will be welcome!! thank you!!

@GastroGirl 4 месяца назад

Thank you for your comments. The good news is that your test were normal. I encourage you to work with a GI registered dietitian who can best help you determine what foods may be causing symptoms. Food sensitivity tests do not necessarily pinpoint the foods that trigger symptoms. And you don't want to avoid foods solely based on these tests without the guidance of a dietitian as restrictive eating could lead to nutritional deficiencies. www.eatright.org/health/health-conditions/allergies-and-intolerances/are-food-sensitivity-tests-accurate We cannot give medical advice but we can provide resources and information that you can share with your healthcare provider. You may find this episode with Dr. Gabbard helpful. He explains functional dyspepsia ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-7ggCB8VJHHA.htmlfeature=shared If you have a lot of stress in your life ( and most of us do) it is important to recognize the gut-brain connection. It is eye-opening to realize how many GI symptoms are related to this gut-brain connection. Fortunately, research has evolved so much in this area and there are a some good evidence-based tools that may help. Check out this free video w Dr. Megan Riehl who does a fantastic job of explaining the benefits of diaphragmatic breathing. She even walks us through the breathing exercise. education.giondemand.com/courses/benefits-diaphragmatic-breathing Nerva is an digital program that you may find helpful try.nervaibs.com/hypnotherapy-nerva/. It is science-backed. Hope that helps! xoxo JG

@SamMZ52 4 месяца назад

@@GastroGirl thanks for sharing all this information. 🙏 This is very helpful!!

@bekind5738 Год назад

Can you please give me the name of the doctor in North Carolina that Karen went to that helped her? I have gastroparesis, IBS C, extreme bloating , nausea and vomiting, extreme pain in eiastric area , sludge in gallbladder and a choleloductal cyst 1cm in common bile duct. Newly acquired food allergies, EOE, and eosinophilic gastroeneritis . Thank you.

@GastroGirl Год назад

Hi and thank you for the comments. Please email us directly at podcast@gastrogirl.com

@lashondahursey6116 11 месяцев назад

@@GastroGirldo you have a iron supplement that works well with IBS c sensitive stomach

@melindanorman5743 4 месяца назад

I wish there would have been more specific info about what she did to help heal.

@GastroGirl 4 месяца назад

Thank you for the feedback! We will see if we can invite her back on again to be more specific. :)

@GastroGirl 15 дней назад

Hi! We invited Karen back. Here is our latest episode with her. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jHzOyna5nS8.htmlfeature=shared

@innakhesin6145 Год назад

Can you please create episode for people struggling with constipation due to pelvic floor dysfunction, so many people struggle in silence, thank you in advance

@GastroGirl Год назад

Thank you for the feedback. We are working on additional episodes -- but in the meantime please check out this episode w Dr Brenner , where he does talk about the role of pelvic floor dysfunction and constipation. Here on our channel : ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-y4UMYA2KeZI.html Additionally, we also did an audio-only podcast episode "What You Should Kn ow About Pelvic Floor Therapy" open.spotify.com/episode/15oR7L3tHx3OxO4D9nSR3w This Gastro Girl episode is available on all podcast platforms . Hope you find this helpful.

@innakhesin6145 Год назад

@@GastroGirl thank you for your response 🙏🏻

@GastroGirl Год назад

@@innakhesin6145 You're welcome. Check out out two latest podcasts related to the pelvic floor 5 Things Women Should Know About Their Pelvic Floor ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-25dnUgn7OqY.html What Type of Doctor Can Help Treat My Lower Abdominal Pain? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2Tzb8sex05c.html

@lashondahursey6116 Год назад

Do you know a IBS C stomach friendly iron supplement

@kimbennett3014 9 месяцев назад

Can IBS-C cause pain under right ribs (from constipation and trapped gas) and even radiating pain to right shoulder that can mimic galbladder pain?

@GastroGirl 9 месяцев назад

Hi, yes it could be trapped gas but this channel cannot make any diagnosis--this is education only. PLEASE please discuss your concerns with this pain with your healthcare provider to rule out anything serious and get an accurate diagnosis.

@kimbennett3014 9 месяцев назад

@@GastroGirl Yes, I've been seeing a gastro doc. Thank you for your reply.

@mrmichaelmichael2717 4 месяца назад

@@kimbennett3014what did the Gastro doctor say

@MichelleGalton 9 месяцев назад

I’m going through the same thing as Karen is. Help

@GastroGirl 9 месяцев назад

Hi how can we help, do you need to find a gastroenterologist in your area?

@GastroGirl 15 дней назад

Hi! We invited Karen back. Here is our latest episode with her. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jHzOyna5nS8.htmlfeature=shared

@gargichowdhury5209 16 дней назад

My symptoms are constipation, food allergy, flare up, bad smelly gas which is making my hell. I can't poop without medicine. How can I solve smelly problem. I have got stomach polyps is this related to IBS?

@GastroGirl Час назад

Thank you for your question, We cannot provide medical advice, but highly recommend you consult a gastroenterologist who can best address your symptoms and answer your questions. If you need guidance finding a gastroenterologist or a GI expert registered dietitian, who can also help with the dietary/nutrition aspects and help you figure out what foods may be triggering your symptoms, please let us know. Additionally, link below is to an evidence-based article from the Mayo Clinic on stomach polyps. Again, please see your healthcare provider so they can assess your symptoms and properly diagnose and treat/manage them. www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stomach-polyps/symptoms-causes/syc-20377992

@sailingsam3815 3 месяца назад

Can someone summarize her treatment plans?😢

@GastroGirl 15 дней назад

Hi! We invited Karen back. Here is our latest episode with her. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jHzOyna5nS8.htmlfeature=shared

@gargichowdhury5209 16 дней назад

Can ibs c cause bad smelly gas , food sensitivity

@GastroGirl 15 дней назад

While we cannot provide medical advice, we recommend you consult your healthcare provider to determine the cause(s) of you symptoms and get a an accurate diagnosis.. Gas, food sensitivities, etc. are also present in other conditions so it is vital a gastroenterologist or other healthcare make the right diagnosis.

@samanthamora09 13 часов назад

Would love to know what doctor it was in NC that helped as I am in NC 😢

@GastroGirl 2 часа назад

See reply to your email, thank you,

@eskuassefa2889 8 месяцев назад

Help help I’m suffering

@GastroGirl Месяц назад

What kind of help do you need? While we cannot provide medical advice, we can guide you to experts and resources that may help.

@debracargo3562 6 месяцев назад

Life and relationships is impacted at every level with this. I eat a very limited diet. At the 16 year mark after dropping 10 pounds ( 11years later gained it back ) multiple scoping, colonoscopies, swallowing tests, monitors , drug trials, viral tests, biopsies, antidepressant trial ( immediately discontinued due to lightning strike headaches ), Low FODMAP … sleeping with raised bed I gave up everything Isolating becomes a way of life. except Low FODMAP and magnesium ( 1,000. - 1,500 daily ). Eating is the enemy. Called Dr.Mishiree office and upon description was given PA virtual appointment. Many hospitals, doctors later - square one. I quit all supplements and probiotics. Sorry if TMI but OTC interventions are necessary. Who helped you Karen?

@GastroGirl Час назад

Thank you for sharing your story,

@JoanRickenbach 3 месяца назад

I know just how feels being do all of this way to long

@user-rl6od6io6h 3 месяца назад

Can you please help with a gastroenterologist who would help me? Seattle WA

@GastroGirl Час назад

Thank you for your note. Please see this helpful tool to find a provider from the American College of Gastroenterology. gi.org/patients/find-a-gastroenterologist/