Stress can trigger a flare of IBS, and it can make food-triggered IBS symptoms worse. (That’s why many health experts recommend that people suffering from IBS actively explore a variety of ways to de-stress — there might be a terrific way to relax that you just haven’t tried yet.) ...
IBS can go away for years and suddenly return. Your symptoms may worsen after you eat a big meal or if you do not eat enough healthy foods. You may have any of the following:Abdominal pain that disappears after you have a bowel movement Abdominal cramps that are worse after you eat Gas...
What makes it worse What makes the pain better Is there any associated symptoms like nausea or vomiting Any loss of appetite? Is there any abdominal bloating or distension What is your bowel habit like (any change in the frequency of your stool or the texture?) Is there blood or slime in...
Nicotine and other chemicals in cigarettes and cigars can cause lung damage and make his or her symptoms worse. Do not smoke around your child or allow others to smoke around him or her. Do not let your adolescent smoke. Ask your healthcare provider for information if he or she currently ...
Western mainstream in the 1950s when doctors used fecal enemas to treat potentially life-threateningClostridium difficileinfections.C. diffis a bacterium that infects the large intestine, often after a round of antibiotics, and causes frequent diarrhea, belly cramps, and possibly many worse symptoms ...
especially in the muscles and joints. The pain is often described as a dull ache, and can be accompanied by a burning or stabbing sensation. Fibromyalgia pain can also be migratory, moving from one part of the body to another, and may be worse in certain areas, such as the neck, should...
Itching associated with liver disease tends to be worse in the late evening and during the night. Some people may itch in one area, such as a limb,the soles of their feet, or the palms of their hands, while others experience an all-over itch. ...
Pain becomes worse after eating, especially after overeating or fatty meals. Prevention & treatment Avoid solid foods. Cut out greasy foods. Say no to alcohol. Medicines that block or neutralize acid can help you, for example, H2 blockers, antacids and proton pump inhibitors....
Depending on the cause, pain can often be reduced through changes to diet and activity as well. These modifications can be particularly effective for intestinal pain, which is often made worse by eating certain foods. If you suffer from chronic visceral pain related to an untreatable condition, ...
Take it easy: If you feel symptoms coming on, stop what you are doing and rest either in a seated position or a propped lying position. Lying flat can sometimes make symptoms worse. Avoid triggers: This includes avoiding anything that can cause motion sickness (like a carnival ride) or ex...