Does this sound like an episode of IBS? I'm extremely scared right now

I've never been formally diagnosed with IBS but I think that I may have it.

My stomach has been hurting lately and I've had to pass stool much more than I'm used to. I usually only need to go once a day but today I've gone 5 times. My stomach always hurts but the pain tends to increase a lot right before I have to have a bowel movement.

I also have panic disorder so I am honestly thinking that I'm dying right now or that this is the start of a deadly disease.

Does this sound like an IBS episode? Would it be fair to say that IBS is uncomfortable but isn't dangerous?

See your doctor to rule out things if you haven't been checked. That can help put your mind at ease.

I have had panic attacks and the bowel changes you describe were, for me, part of the symptoms. Addressing the panic issue may also help with your digestive problems.

If it is ibs, there are things you can try to feel better. The first one I do is pay attention to my diet to see if something I am eating could be causative of my symptoms. You could try an elimination diet or GAPS to help weed out problem foods.

Hope you are feeling better soon.