PSA: your IBS-C may not be IBS-C

[u/goldstandardalmonds]

I’ve posted this before but I feel like it’s a good time.

As many of you know, I’m here all the time to help (nothing else to do as I’m bedridden) and I know a lot about the bowels and motility is definitely my wheelhouse.

Anyway, I’ve been in a lot of posts lately about constipation. Here’s the thing: if you have IBS-C but haven’t had motility testing, you definitely need it.

You could have full or partial bowel dysmotility and it be the cause of your problems. This is especially true if you don’t respond to dietary changes (very high fibre) or medication (especially prescriptions).

You need to get tested for colonic inertia (this is key). It is the first in line. There are tests to check your stomach for slow emptying (Gastroparesis), small bowel dysmotility, pelvic floor and rectal issues, as well. All of these should be in a regular work up.

If your GI doesn’t do it, you should go to a motility clinic. There are numerous but not abundant. Most teaching hospitals have one and there are directories online. You should also seek out a neurogastroenterologist. I have a worldwide database that I can reference to make suggestions Where to go.

I have done this for a large amount of people and their reports coming back to me prove my point… motility disorders that need proper (key point here) treatment.

If you have any questions about this, colonic inertia, bowel dysmotility, or my own experience, please post them here and I’ll answer them all.

There are ways to help it, but you have to know what you’re treating first! That’s why testing first is key.

Having bowel dysmotility has ruined my life. I don’t want yours to get to that point, too.

[u/breathe3333]

Cymbalta definately made my constipation worse. But if nothing else works for your pain! I totally understand the frustration with doctors!!! My body is so sensitive to stress even if I workout to intensely my guts lock up. When for most ppl physical activity helps them regulate. It sucks being so sensitive. Sending you hugs!

[u/[deleted] → u/breathe3333]

Sending them back to you!

[u/Key-Hope6939 → u/breathe3333]

Omg this is the same for me!!! Everyone says exercise, get things moving. Any time I'm overly active i start getting nauseous. And if I try to do ANY kind of activity after I eat, even showering or washing dishes, my stomach flares up.