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How To Cure IBS Permanently?

I am a 63 year old, female, with IBS, and a very sensitive bowel. I have had IBS since my early 20 s. Recently, on two occasions, 3 months apart, I had a very embarrassing bout of uncontrolled diarrhea. I am wondering if I have come to a new low in my IBS or if I have another issue. I had a colonoscopy 9 months ago that was just fine. I have only an instant to realize that I am going to evacuate and then it was too late those two times. As you can imagine, it is affecting my self confidence in going out and eating. Any ideas?

posted on Fri, 15 Aug 2014

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Fri, 27 Mar 2015 Answered on

Fri, 27 Mar 2015 Last reviewed on

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Gastroenterologist, Dr. Dr Samir Patil's Response

Hello,
I have gone through the details that you have provided
Currently there is no medication which can cure IBS permanantly.
I do understand your predicament and agree that diarrhoea can be a problem. I would suggest to add a fibre supplement along with probiotics to your diet as these would help with the diarrhoea. In case these do not help rifaximin could benefit . Please consult your doctor regarding a prescription
Regards
Dr Samir Patil

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