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ALMOST everyone experiences an occasional bout of abdominal pain, bloating and diarrhoea or constipation. However, if you are having either of these problems very frequently or if it has become chronic, chances are that you may be suffering from the irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is one of the most common gastro-intestinal disorders and although it is not a serious one, its impact on one’s life can be tremendous. Chronic and recurring symptoms of IBS can disrupt personal and professional activities, upset emotional well-being and limit individual potential.
IBS or irritable bowel syndrome is not a disease. It is a functional disorder, which means that the bowel (large intestine) is not functioning properly, though physically there is nothing wrong with it. With IBS, the nerves and muscles in the bowel are extra-sensitive. For example, the muscles may contract too much when you eat. These contractions can cause cramping and diarrhoea during or shortly after a meal.
The exact cause of IBS is not known. Symptoms appear to result from a disturbance in the interaction between the gut, the brain, and the nervous system that alters the regulation of the bowel motor or the sensory function. IBS is not caused by stress. However, because of the connection between the brain and the gut, symptoms can be exacerbated or triggered by stress. Certain things like milk and caffeine are also known to have a disturbing effect on IBS patients.
IBS is characterised by abdominal pain or discomfort and the abnormal bowel function, which may include chronic diarrhoea, chronic constipation, or an alternating pattern of both. Patients may feel the sensation of not being able to fully empty their bowels. Other symptoms may include gas formation, bloating as well as nausea.
IBS is a spectrum disorder, which means that there can be a great variety of symptoms and also that their intensity can range from very mild to severe. Primarily, homeopathy is a method where the individual symptoms of patients are given more preference than the labels of the disease and are matched with those of the drug. Thus, treating diseases like IBS with homeopathy in an effective manner becomes easier. However, it may take a while before appreciable results are achieved. One must keep in mind that the goal is not to have a temporary relief but a permanent one.
Homeopathic medicines like Nux Vomica, Colocynth, Aloes, Sulphur, Carbo Veg, China and Lycopodium are among the very effective ones that are often employed by experts for treating irritable bowel syndrome. However, please make sure that such conditions are not treated without the help of a professional homoeopath
Managing IBS
Experiment with fibre
When you have IBS, fibre can be a mixed blessing. Although it helps reduce constipation, it can also lead to diarrhoea, gas formation and cramping worse. The best approach is to gradually increase the amount of fibre in your diet over a period of weeks.
Avoid problem foods
If certain foods make your symptoms worse, don’t eat them. Common culprits include alcohol, chocolate and caffeinated beverages such as coffee and sodas.
Eat at regular times
Don’t skip meals and try to eat about the same time each day to help regulate the bowel function.
Beware of dairy products
They usually are the biggest culprits in IBS. If you’re lactose-intolerant, try substituting yoghurt for milk.
Exercise regularly
Exercise helps relieve depression and stress, stimulates normal contractions of your intestines and can help you feel better
Dear Doctor
I am a worried mother of 7 yrs old daughter. After a year my baby was born some times only she used to suffer from constipation and cough when she was 5 yrs old I gave her Ivy syrup for cough which made her pass looses stools . That was the first time she passed loose stool. After some days it stopped and again she was able to eat all dairy products and wheat products. When she was 6 yrs old she again suffered from soft stools with little pain before passing stool in her stomach. Dr prescribed her Mebarid Syrup and again after few days she became ok and started having her regular food like milk chapati bread etc. But now again she is suffering from the same disease and I feel it has become chronic since last 2 months she is suffering from soft stools which when poured water on it spreads like powder and her stomach pains before passing stools.I have stopped giving her milk products and wheat products as well. She has lost her weight eventhough she is passing lumpy powdery stools and her stomach pains before passing stools For cough and other stomach problems I used to give her Kumari Asava No 3 which I have discontinued now since last one month. Doctor could pls tell what is her problem now and completely remove the disease .
Doctor has diagnosed my wife to be suffering from IBS. She is now taking Meva C – 1 tab twice daily and Razo D – 1tab before food. After taking these medicines for 3 days, now she is develoing chest pain. Do you any medicine for this?
I m suffering from depression and often feel scary and feel breathing difficulty at all when i get scared and sometimes i feel unprotected i m taking antidepressent for about one year (amixide h) can u suggest me anyhomeopathic medicine as they have less side effects
Sir,I hv loose motions 3to4 times if I eat any spicy item or drink alcohol .now a days I am not taking alcohol n also trying not to eat any spicy item n Iam also taking medicine meva-c,udiliv-300 but Iam not satishfied I go toilet twice in a morning loose motion is still there n my weight has also been reduced from 80 kg to 70 kg now in last 1 year.
I am feeling heaviness in stomach . I need toilet for many times along with gases. at many times I feel some thing stuck in my throat what I have to do
hi
I am having stomach ache and cramps.My food intake has also reduced.I had consulted gastroenterologist .All the doctors concluded that I have IBS c.I started taking probiotics named VSL3 2 CAPSULES DAILY .It worked very well for some days but the symptoms have come back.
Everyday I get up early morning due to cramps in the stomach.My digestion is also not fine and i do not feel hungary often.
please help me.
ASHOK AHUJA
i think you should get ur navel alignment checked symptoms seems to be same
Sir
iam suffering from ibs last 5 months i had done all reports like colonoscopy;total blood test;widal serum test;tri dot test urine all reports r normal negative reportsbut i suffers motion problem i used medicine so plz help me remedies medicines sir.
iam apatient of chronic constipation&recently pain on lower abdomen
I am suffering from ulceritive collitis since last two years. Have been on Mesacol OD, Zofer and Econorm since the last 2 years. I get intermetent bouts of relapses. Will homeopathy help in long term healing Doctor? I am 61 years and have lost 17 kgs (from 72 to 54) since 2013. Please reply
Dear dr.Sharma:
I am a 63 year old highly fear-filled patient who has undergone a number of abdominal surgeries starting from the age of 19. My first surgery was R-hemicolectomy due to Koch’s infection.
I have had a couple of incidences of haemorrhage due to diverticulosis. I also suffer from IBS and am allergic to high fibre food which leads to severe diarrhoea often.
Right now my problem is diarrhoea with pain particularly where the right part of the bowel is situated. I am terrified of doctors and hospitals.
Regards,
Jaya
doctor i am from kerala , in home i was always suffering from bloating, lung congestion , breath shortedness, allergetic and not getting sleep . But , last week i reached saudi arabia i was very suspicious about the outburst of all those allergies ,but by gods grace two weeks had passed but i dont have to swallow even a single medicine .
Whats the reason..
Having pain in stomach sometimes upper or lower nd loose motion too
ibs for so many years
I am 24 Years Old. I am working in Saudi Arabia as a Computer Operator. Its been 3 months i am having problem of IBS.I have gone to Dr. so many times but problem is Same some time Comes Blood also. I am so Scare plz help me.
suffering from lbs.
Sir I have I B s. D from last6 years I go 6/8 times daily.Pls suggest a medicine
Sir I have the problem with six year morning I go 2 to 3 time from bowal action after that whole day I feel I need to go I have taken so many medicin but not take relief please suggest time
I am having abdominal pain throughout the day. Doctor diagnosed Non Ulcerative dyspepsia, Please suggest some homeopathic Medicines.
I am having abdominal pain throughout the day. doctor diagnosed Multiple Duodenal Ulcers. Please suggest some Homeopathic Medicines.
Dear Dr. Sharma,
My son whose age is 25 years. He had problems like when he eat morning, after he will go to bathroom one or two times. This problems he had more than two three years. But now he got pain also while after eating morning. Please inform me remedy.
Best regards.
Masood Ali.
I am having problem of IBS as i get frequently motion daily 3 to 4 times a day and the motion is like paste and undigested food also i feel to go after having breakfast please suggest some medicine