IBS flares up every few months

I’m a 20 y/o female and have been having symptoms of ibs for about 6/7 years the doctors always mentioned it could be that but only got diognosed with it this year. I’ve noticed it flares up every 2-4 months and I’m stuck in bed for a week unable to eat or do normal day to day activities because of how bad it gets. Has anyone got any suggestions on how to ease or manage the pain? 

Try antispasmodics such as Buscopan and combine it with Nurofen.  Try the low Fodmap diet to see if you have food triggers. My brother used to take to his bed with his IBS.

I totally understand i have a flare up now 

I take pepper mint oil and try and relax a bit. Keep well hydrated it helps 

but it leaves me drained at times. Look at your diet take souble fibre keep you regular 

wish you well 

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try naproxen if you suffer from backache created from straining on the toilet and also take buscopen which helps to relax your  muscles and stomach aches and pains.