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Posted 4/7/2012 11:12 AM (GMT 0)

Hello.

I have been an ibs sufferer displaying many of the more usual symptoms,for around 6 years.

Using various ppi,anti-spasmonal and fybogel treatments.

My symptoms started within months of having my appendix removed.

At the time i was being treated for osteoarthritis,with --non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and neurofen.

My latest symptom is pain under the right sided rib,sometimes near the sternum.

Is it possible that it is not ibs at all but a form of gastritis.

I have had blood tests on my liver,gallbladder and pancreas.

Many x-rays,ct scans and urine tests.

I believe the main cause of my ibs is the pain killers for my arthritis causing an overproduction of acid which overwhelmed the medicationi i was using for my so-called ibs.

Is it possibly i am right ?.

If so can my symptoms which now closely follow gastritis as opposed to ibs, self heal and how long would it take ???

Any advice appreciated thanks.

Posted 4/26/2012 2:48 PM (GMT 0)
Too many painkillers can definitely destroy your stomach lining and cause all sorts of problems in your gut. You should get a mineral and vitamin screening, since there must be some deficiency if you have arthritis, I recommend antioxidants as well.

I recommend this product called Digestive Mix by this company called Conscious Food, i don't know anyone else that does it, it's just herbs and seeds you chew it and it heals and protects your stomach and really helps with digestion, it helped me with all my digestive problems. Taking Caprylic Acid also helps regulate the acid in your stomach and bromelain (pineapple enzymes) might be of help as well. I would check my nutrition, and make sure your body is not too acid.. perhaps alkalize your diet. Definitely eliminate refined sugars and carbs. Just don't put anymore chemicals in your stomach which will make it worst.

Hope this helps.
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