Help!

Digestive health
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I've had ibs since I can remember, I've always had a pretty sensitive stomach. I was officially diagnosed with Ibs when I was 17, the doctor gave me some tablets but they never worked for me so I started using buscopan.

I'm now 2, and I'm honestly not sure if this is an IBS attack or not. My stomachs been out of sorts for the past week, been really bloated and feeling sick. I haven't had any diarrhea or constipation, everything was pretty normal just kept feeling like I needed to go but I actually didn't.

Today, I've been to the loo 7 times, still not diarrhea but definitely feels "softer" than usual. My stomach feels a bit sore and crampy, I feel really warm and tired. I took some buscopan earlier but I didnt seem to touch it. I have been anxious the past couple of weeks, I've been having panic attacks more frequently. Could this have started one long IBS attack?? Any advice?

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Sorry, I'm now 28 not 2! 😊

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Anxiety can trigger IBS attacks; the more you worry the worse your IBS will be.  Combine Nurofen with Buscopan; this helps me.  Try Imodium to control your bowel movements; rice or bananas will also help with this.  Feeling sick is common with IBS too.  Have you heard of the Low Fodmap diet?  This may help with bloating.  You could also try a food diary.  Sometimes wheat can cause bloating in some people with IBS.  Watch out for gassy vegetables like broccoli, cabbage and brussels sprouts. Cut down or avoid fizzy drinks.

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Anxiety and stress can DEFINITELY trigger IBS symptoms and make them much worse than they would have normally been. I find even if I'm under a small amount of stress, I can always feel it interfering with my stomach problems. Try relaxation techniques to help this!