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Have many of you experienced a painless feeling of constant pressure or bubbling in your bowels during/after c diff treatment?

I experience this every day and I've always assumed it's just a build up of gas or PI-IBS, but even with taking OTC gas relieving medication, I continue to have it.

Is this normal? What causes this feeling? And how long does it last after c diff treatment? It's driving me nuts. I'm hoping it's not a sign that something is "cooking" in there in terms of a potential relapse...

Thanks in advance for your support, everyone!

It is funny you posted this. I have been feeling exactly that for last two or 3 hours, and was trying to figure out if it is a sign of relapse happening in next 1 or two days?

I think most will agree that your GI system is still recovering from the trauma of the infection as well as all the medications & treatments.

I ended up having an upper endoscopy due to constantly feeling bloated & nauseous after two negative tests. My gastro said he saw inflammation and put me on an acid reducer. I also had a BV (feminine infection) from the antibiotics wiping out all the good bacteria down there. My IBS & monthlies got worse after so I’ve had to make dietary & medication changes.

You will probably question every little pain, twinge, bubble or change but for most it’s temporary & for others it’s a “new” normal you may have to adjust your diet around. But if any of your symptoms are bothersome I would check with your doctor or gastroenterologist.

Best wishes & feel better!