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Posted 4/9/2010 6:26 AM (GMT 0)
I have been super stressed out these past 3wks and have had no appetite what so ever. And yet @ the sam time I am also feeling super bloated, my stomach physically hurts and there's a burning sensation running up and down my stomach.  Does anyone know of any thing I can take to feel better or give me an appetite?  It's really strange because I also feel full all day!
Posted 4/9/2010 6:28 AM (GMT 0)
I am 26 y/o female Chronie 4 4yrs, currently taking remicade every 8wks.
Posted 4/9/2010 7:50 AM (GMT 0)
The only thing I can think of is to try something like Gas-X to reduce the bloating. If you can get the bloating down your apatite may improve. If you haven't mentioned that pain to your docs, then perhaps you should.

I hope you get better soon.
Posted 4/9/2010 9:39 AM (GMT 0)
I used to have the same problem and added fiber to my diet. There are several fiber supplements that will help but I found the best for me was the fiber one bars. They were really good and one bar a day help get rid of the gas and bloating. I am now doing fine without the bars because during the time I was using them I began doing exercises to work those abdominal core muscles and that seemed to help move the gas out as I exercised. I am still doing the exercises every day and it has helped with a number of problems.
Posted 4/9/2010 1:47 PM (GMT 0)
I am wondering if you should talk to your doctor about a possible bacterial overgrowth. The way you describe how you are feeling is exactly what I was feeling when diagnosed twice with bacterial overgrowth. Usual treatment is something like Cipro for 10 days. Also, make sure you take a good probiotic at least two hours after your antibiotics. Good luck!
Posted 4/9/2010 2:47 PM (GMT 0)
I also had the bacterial overgrowth n bloating pain ect
it def is not fun nor great to deal with
i dont ever hv appetite anymore am now about 90 lbs if
but i make self eat soup n crackers at least once a day drink ensure as well
keep posting and let us know how you are making out n what doc says to you
lyn
Posted 4/10/2010 1:26 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you all for your responses.  I think adding the fiber may help.  I have my infusion tomorrow and see my doc monday so I will definately be letting him know of my symptoms.  I will also look into the bacteria overgrowth.  I will keep you all updated.  On a positive note today I am feeling a little better.
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