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How To Treat Diarrhea And Stomach Bloating Inspite Of Suffering From IBS?

I have IBS and it has been doing well until recently when I started putting lemon juice in my water. I got off the acid fruits except for strawberries and bannanas. I have been putting electrolites and PH in my water to help me with my dehydration and that was working until I tried the fresh lemon etc. I just cooked 2 lobsters and edamanie for supper and my stomach is blotted and I had a bout with the diarhea again. I guess (don t laugh) I should not eat this and eat oatmeal instead. I also started a protein drink yesterday with strawberries and bananas and yogurt in it. I took a probiotic awhile ago in hopes that that will help. I have a prescription for diarhea, should I take one of those. I have an out of town graduation tomorrow. Help.
Thu, 31 Dec 2020
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Hi,

As per the history you have provided following are the probable causes for your symptoms of bloating and diarrhea:
*Intolerance to some foods and beverages like lemon juice and seafood as you have mentioned.
*Intestinal infection
*Overgrowth of gas producing bacteria in intestines.
*IBS and aerophagia related with stress and anxiety.
I would advise you the following:
Stool tests for 3 consecutive days.
Tests of blood for diabetes, liver functions and any others as would be suggested by your Doctor.
If intestinal infection is present then an appropriate antibiotic, Metronidazole.
Continue probiotics.
Stop taking any foods or beverages that instigate or enhance the symptoms.
Identify the foods and beverages causing these and stop taking these.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. T. Chandrakant, General Surgeon
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How To Treat Diarrhea And Stomach Bloating Inspite Of Suffering From IBS?

Hi, As per the history you have provided following are the probable causes for your symptoms of bloating and diarrhea: *Intolerance to some foods and beverages like lemon juice and seafood as you have mentioned. *Intestinal infection *Overgrowth of gas producing bacteria in intestines. *IBS and aerophagia related with stress and anxiety. I would advise you the following: Stool tests for 3 consecutive days. Tests of blood for diabetes, liver functions and any others as would be suggested by your Doctor. If intestinal infection is present then an appropriate antibiotic, Metronidazole. Continue probiotics. Stop taking any foods or beverages that instigate or enhance the symptoms. Identify the foods and beverages causing these and stop taking these. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. T. Chandrakant, General Surgeon