Foolish eating

[amyc]

So beer and tuna fish are loaded with histamine. I love them both but don't consume them often, and definitely not together. Can't combine beer and salmon in a meal either. Look up a list of high histamine foods and eliminate them from your diet, then add them back slowly to see what works and what doesn't. I can eat some of them with no problem now but still struggle with others.

[Acres]

Hi,
I took Clarinex today. I have some from a prescription. If they do nothing in a couple days I will get some Claritin or the generic form and try that....
I will be careful with my diet - try to avoid this again, once it's resolved....
My friend reminded my the night before this episode started I ate a lot of popcorn. So add that to the list of foolish foods....

Today's been bad...Lots and lots of rumbling, and an almost constant mild ache....
Eating bland, drinking fresh brewed ginger tea with a chamomile tea bag. Took 2 half teaspoons of pepto....
Will see my GI tomorrow....
Scott

[Ril]

Scott,
For me, histamine foods has had no bearing on my gut. I think that is an individual issue and one you have to find out by trial and error. I have found the foods that are the more usual culprits with recovery and PI IBS are roughage, fried foods, dairy, sweets and of course alcohol. I also agonized over traveling when at my worst because it takes me away from easy access to a bathroom and I think you'll find that it is a common source of anxiety among IBS (and c diff) sufferers.
As usual, I totally agree with Nanci and Lisa. To this day, 3 1/2 years later, there are still mornings where I have multiple bathroom visits, even taking Enteragam, and then am fine a bit later.
Rest assured if you are taking a low dose of Xanax my dr told me it takes a lot to become addicted. If that is a concern and you feel you need it talk to your dr about a safe amount so you can help get your anxiety under better control so that it doesn't affect your gut.
Hang in there!
Rita

[roy]

Do you think that going to your GI with these mild symptoms is a good idea?
In future you might have symptoms that really need a Drs intervention and the story about a boy that cried wolf springs to mind!
GI visits are for severe symptoms not for things that are self inflicted and will resolve in a few days.
If you are truthfull about your intake over the last few days your GI will not be sympathetic!
If you dont tell him the truth you might be put on a course of treatment that causes more harm than good.

[Acres]

Hi,
I have Xanax .25.... My Doc. told me it is a low dose...I will take one tonight at bed time. I have a long day tomorrow and need to feel ok...
Scott

[roy]

If its been prescribed take it about half hour before going to bed but go to bed a couple of hours before normal.

[beth22]

Have you asked your doctor about a product called EnteraGam? It is not a medication, but rather a medical food, that is supposed to boost the immune system in your intestines. It does require a prescription and it is for people who have IBS-D. You may want to just phone your doctor and ask about it. As Roy mentioned, it doesn't require a GI visit. I am lucky that I can just e-mail my GI my questions or call him. I would suggest you do that.

[Ril]

That is a very low dose of Xanax as your dr told you. Nothing to be afraid of using. That's why he gave it to you.
I think just about everyone here is basically telling you the same thing so I won't repeat it. No sense going back and forth.
I did not see your post about popcorn until now. At some point you have to accept that recovery might be tougher than you thought AND food intake cannot be normal for a while. Ditto from me on the GI visit for this. Review 3 day rule!
Rita

[amyc]

I still can't eat lots of popcorn at a sitting without suffering the next day unfortunately. Have you ever taken pepto bismol? It is like magic for me with IBS type symptoms or after dietary indiscretions, and several doctors have told me it won't mask a relapse or cause a false negative test, so if I have a bad tummy day it's my go-to.

[beth22]

Pepto Bismol has been a life saver for me on occasion as well. I still use it if I get a D flare.

[georgina]

Popcorn is a big no-no for me too , it comes out undigested , maybe you should stay away from it too at least for awhile. Agree with Roy , there is no point going to the doctor if you have mild symptoms , especially if you know you ate something that upsets your gut.

[Cm1619]

Hi Scott, how are you feeling now? I am having almost exact symptoms as you from eating bad over Memorial Day weekend. I am finally having a few ok days where I only go once in the morning. I also have anxiety issues and was given .25mg of Xanax to help me calm my gut during these episodes. I take half in the morning the moment I wake and it helps me a lot. I am letting myself take it now until my GI appointment next week. For me, it is all anxiety related. The fear of the symptoms being c diff. Hence the morning issues for me. I would not worry about the Xanax because it is a low dose. Did you end up seeing the GI? I'm curious what they told you since our symptoms seem so similar. Hope everything is better now and you're careful w the food. I hope once my stomach feels better again I learn my lesson this time not to get brave!

[notheidi]

I'm sorry, but that sounds totally YUMMMMAAAYYYY!!! Sorry u have to suffer afterwards though. :-0

[Acres]

How am I feeling ? I have good days and bad days....
My GI, who did not mind at all that I made an appointment told me I have PI-IBS and it would take time to heal...Took blood for a bunch of tests, all were negative....
We talked for about 20 minutes. He really wants me to reduce my stress.....Good days and bad days with my mind and positive thinking as well....

[ramu]

Another update please. Seems like you worked through this.