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Constant Lower Abdominal Pain. No Help With Mintec Capsules. Infections Tested Negative. Suggestions?

Hi, I have a constant background pain in my lower abdomial area. I have tested for infections and it all have been negative. I am 43 and I am suffering from this pain for 3 years. I have done Laparoscopy , but nothing was wrong. I took two Mintec capsuls 3 times a day. It reduced the pain for a while but then pain has returned. I appreciate your help. Regards, Kerry.
Mon, 25 Feb 2013
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Hello, magh7546,
You mention that you have had this pain for three years.
I am glad that infection has been ruled out. I suspect that
you have had upper GI-X rays and also either a Barium Enema
or a colonoscopy to rule out any problems such as gastritis, ulcer
or colitis or diverticulosis. If these have been ruled out , you may
have Irritable Bowel Syndrome. If you have abdominal bloating,
constipation associated with pain , this supports the diagnosis.
When you mentioned Mintec did give you some relief , peppermint
oil has been helpful in reducing the spasms associted with IBS.
Minor heartburn is one of the side effects of peppermint oil capsules.
You need to be on a high fiber diet, drink plenty of fluids, relax and
excercise regularly.Avoid excess caffeine, alcohol, fatty and greasy
foods. If you need , you can take a stool softener daily. If you have
stubborn constipation, take Miralax (PEG solution) or similar to get
your bowels to move.
I want you to make sure that you have had Celiac blood tests and also
your Thyroid levels checked.
I wish you well.
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Constant Lower Abdominal Pain. No Help With Mintec Capsules. Infections Tested Negative. Suggestions?

Hello, magh7546, You mention that you have had this pain for three years. I am glad that infection has been ruled out. I suspect that you have had upper GI-X rays and also either a Barium Enema or a colonoscopy to rule out any problems such as gastritis, ulcer or colitis or diverticulosis. If these have been ruled out , you may have Irritable Bowel Syndrome. If you have abdominal bloating, constipation associated with pain , this supports the diagnosis. When you mentioned Mintec did give you some relief , peppermint oil has been helpful in reducing the spasms associted with IBS. Minor heartburn is one of the side effects of peppermint oil capsules. You need to be on a high fiber diet, drink plenty of fluids, relax and excercise regularly.Avoid excess caffeine, alcohol, fatty and greasy foods. If you need , you can take a stool softener daily. If you have stubborn constipation, take Miralax (PEG solution) or similar to get your bowels to move. I want you to make sure that you have had Celiac blood tests and also your Thyroid levels checked. I wish you well.