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Is Painful Diarrhea A Symptom Of IBS?

I have suffered from irritable bowel syndrome in the past however it cleared itself up and hasnt affected me for years now. I drink a lot of lucozade on a daily baisis and it seems that my irritable bowel syndrome has come back, i have been suffering terribly from frequent, painful diarrhea and would like to know if lucozade could be making my ibs worse? i am 16 years old, weigh 8 and 1/2 stone .
Wed, 28 Jan 2015
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Thanks for writing in HCM.
The chances of it being due to IBS is quite low. You need to regulate your diet and start a balanced diet. In addition regular exercise and plenty of plain water rather than aerated drinks will be more beneficial.
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Is Painful Diarrhea A Symptom Of IBS?

Thanks for writing in HCM. The chances of it being due to IBS is quite low. You need to regulate your diet and start a balanced diet. In addition regular exercise and plenty of plain water rather than aerated drinks will be more beneficial. regards