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What Causes Stomach Bloating And Loose Stools While Having IBS?

I have had IBS for many years. Typical symptoms of constipation alternating with loose stools. Have taken 1/2 dose of miralax every other day for years. 3 weeks ago I quit all carbs (except for vegetables). No carbs or sugars at all. I lost about 4 pounds the first week. Since then nothing. Also I have had extreme bloating and distention (actually this started about 4 months ago, but cutting out carbs has not helped. ) I also take a probiotic and recently started taking one with a prebiotic in it as well--twice a day, 20-30 minutes before a meal. Why am I having such discomfort??
Wed, 17 Aug 2016
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You have problems because of IBS. This is chronic disorder of bowel so you have to prevent carbohydrate and sugar for long time. You should take gluten free diet along with high protein and vitamines in your diet .

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What Causes Stomach Bloating And Loose Stools While Having IBS?

You have problems because of IBS. This is chronic disorder of bowel so you have to prevent carbohydrate and sugar for long time. You should take gluten free diet along with high protein and vitamines in your diet .