Uncontrollable Diarrhea

Question

have frequent diarrhea and have seen a doctor. I could be out with friends or on a date and all of a sudden it hits me. I am so embarrassed when I have to tell them I have to use the bathroom right away. I have had just about all the tests done and everything comes up negative. My doctor thinks it may be physiological . The problem is not about my head, but another part of my body. I have become scared now to start a relationship, fearing that my diarrhea will scare them away. One time I was at my girlfriends apartment and it hit me, I used her bathroom. The odor I left took your breath away. After that our relationship went down the toilet so to speak.

I have heard eating pumpkin will firm up stools and prevent diarrhea, anyone else hear of this. I also eat yogurt. Another doctor said I might have IBS. Need help fast..

Answer 1

Well, whatever the cause, it will not hurt you to take a probiotic. Buy a good quality acidophilus product like Kyodophilus, Enzymatic Therapy Acidophilus Pearls, or Culturelle. Take 2-3 per day (generally one is recommended, but more will not generally hurt you).

What did the doctor say? Did he just "dismiss" you? If so, I would definitely see another doctor.

You may also want to eliminate any artificial sweeteners in your diet, such as diet cola, sugar-free gum or candy, etc. Many people are very sensitive to the xylitol/sorbitol/mannitol/maltitol type of sweeteners.

There could be a dietary source of the problem such as wheat gluten. You would have to follow a specific dietary program recommended by a doctor to confirm this.

Good luck ... I hope you find the problem.

Answer 2

Your doctors just seem like they are not looking in the right places.  Have you been tested for allergies? Ones intestines have alot of Mast Cells which release histimines when contacted by an allergin and this causes cramping and diahreah. Have they tested for gluten (wheat) allergy?  This also gives those symptoms. And yes you should have fibre daily, It helps absorb moisture and bulk things up.And pumpkin on a daily basis is a good source of fibre. Believe it or not I have a cat that had a complete intestine blockage due to being completly full of hair balls and the Vet told me to mix his food with canned pumpkin every day.



Have you had a colonoscopy to make sure you have no colon diseases or blockages? You also should have your gall bladder checked out as too much biile can cause this diahrearh too.

Answer 3

Most people are affected by diarrhoea at some time in their lives. It is often accompanied by stomach pains, feeling sick and vomiting.  Diarrhea can also be a symptom of more serious diseases, such as dysentery, Montezuma’s Revenge (illness), cholera, or botulism, and can also be indicative of a chronic syndrome such as Crohn’s disease. Chronic diarrhoea may be a result of a more serious disorder. Chronic diarrhoea, which lasts four weeks or more, can be caused by a range of conditions that affect the intestines including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).  Good personal and food hygiene, appropriate storage and cooking of foods, and avoiding certain foods when travelling will reduce the risk of food poisoning.

Anti-diarrhoea medicines relieve symptoms of acute (severe) diarrhoea and can be useful to reduce discomfort and social disruption. Eating a healthy and varied diet, only drinking alcohol within safe recommended amounts and keeping stress under control can help prevent diarrhoea. Oral rehydration drinks to replace lost salts and minerals. These drinks are available from pharmacies. An alternative is one part unsweetened pure fruit juice diluted with four parts of water. Avoid dehydration by drinking lots of fluids. Increase consumption of starchy foods like banana, rice and bread. Increase consumption of yoghurt containing live cultures. During visits abroad, boil all drinking water, or drink water from sealed bottles only. Wash your hands thoroughly after going to the toilet.

Home Remedies for Diarrhoea Tips

1.  Mix 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder with 1 ripe banana and eat.

2.   Turmeric has proved another effective home remedy for diarrhoea.

3.  Pomegranate has proved beneficial in the treatment of diarrhoea.

4.   Buttermilk is one of the most effective home remedies in the treatment of diarrhoea.

5.   Drink a cup of strong black tea or coffee. It is very effective in controlling diarrhea.

6.   Wash your hands thoroughly after going to the toilet.

7.   Mash a ripe banana. Mix with 1 tsp of tamarind pulp and a pinch of salt. Take twice a day.

8.   Washing hands with soap before touching food.

9.    Carrot soup is another effective home remedy for diarrhoea.

10.  Powder 1/4 tsp of cardamom seeds. Boil this in thin tea water. Add a bit of sugar for taste and drink.

i really hope u get well soon!