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Help with stomach bloating / distention?

Starpolisher — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:22:16 GMT

I seem to experience bloating and distention (no gas or constipation)no matter what I eat! It so very uncomfortable! I take Andrew Lessman's Friendly flora and Digest assure but they don't help. In fact I feel better on the days I don't take them. Does anyone have any suggestions? I'm female, 67 yrs old and in relatively good health. Would like suggestions from others likewise. 🤗 TIA

Re: Help with stomach bloating / distention?

VaBelle35 — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:24:43 GMT

I would book an appt with a gynocologist to rule out other things before trying another product.

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KACEE1115 — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:29:00 GMT

Try apple cider vinegar for a couple weeks, it's not that bad

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RetRN — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:29:10 GMT

This is probably not the best resource for medical advice. i would refer you to a medical professional.

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Still Raining — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:30:26 GMT

Just for me, if I have milk, I am instantly 6 moths pregnant. Lactaid works for me.

Perhaps a visit with a GI?

Re: Help with stomach bloating / distention?

kaydee50 — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:34:39 GMT

If I were you I would completely stop AL's product for at least a week and see what happens. I took some product of his--it may have been his "friendly flora" and stopped after a few days because I just felt uncomfortable. If after a week or 2 you're still having a problem, then I would see a doctor.

Re: Help with stomach bloating / distention?

SandySparkles — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:54:35 GMT

@Starpolisher Bless your heart! Based on your symptoms, a visit with your primary care doctor as soon as possible, is paramount for diagnosing and treating your distressing symptoms! In the short term, conferring with a pharmacist might be beneficial in suggesting over the counter medication to provide temporary relief. I hope you feel better soon.😊

Please update us once you have seen your doctor!

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

Re: Help with stomach bloating / distention?

piperbay — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:54:30 GMT

@Starpolisher It could be from the brand of probiotics you are taking. That happened to me when I tried previous probiotics.

Also, I noticed that drinking sparkling water can make me bloated.

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qvcaddition — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:02:32 GMT

When I eat wheat.

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Lipstickdiva — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:10:16 GMT

Just so I know I'm reading correctly, you were already having this issue when you started to take the Lessman items? You started to take them to see if they would alleviate your symptoms and they haven't?

I would definitely see a doctor.

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Renata22 — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:28:09 GMT

I agree with @kaydee50 about AL products. Not saying they are bad, but made me feel worse and I returned.

Please go see a doc. I am the worse one for worrying and not going to see anyone. It only makes you feel worse when you imagine what it could be.

Hope you feel better soon. I know the bloating is very uncomfortable.

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SeaMaiden — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:39:42 GMT

@Starpolisher So many things upset our digestion. Try some digestive enzymes with meals and also try taking some probiotics. If after a few weeks you still have it, then go to the doctor.

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GenXmuse — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 18:09:13 GMT

I had that same issue and tried everything. I saw a GI a few months ago and she turned out it was IBS which I figured and she started me on Linzess and it helped.
Moving around and following the FOD-MAP Diet have helped.
Bloating can also be due to gyn problems as well.
I didn't have these problems until I was in my 40's.

Re: Help with stomach bloating / distention?

hckynut — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 19:21:14 GMT

@Starpolisher wrote:
I seem to experience bloating and distention (no gas or constipation)no matter what I eat! It so very uncomfortable! I take Andrew Lessman's Friendly flora and Digest assure but they don't help. In fact I feel better on the days I don't take them. Does anyone have any suggestions? I'm female, 67 yrs old and in relatively good health. Would like suggestions from others likewise. 🤗 TIA

@Starpolisher

I assume from what you have said here you are no longer taking the Lessman's! You say "no matter what I eat". Have you tried getting your necessary nutrition doing "liquids only" for a few days?

Other than that suggestion, the only one I will suggest is to see your PCP or a Gastroenterologist.

hckynut

Re: Help with stomach bloating / distention?

AngelPuppy1 — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 11:26:14 GMT

Of course, I agree with others who say if it doesn't let up after a few days to cosult with your doctor. Avoid any carbonation. Don't drink through a straw. See if this helps. I have IBS and acid reflux and have this issue. I don't do caffeine and take probiotics - Floristor. It could be a food allergy. You could try to eliminate one thing for a few days - such as milk products and see if that helps. If that doesn't, try eliminating sugar, etc. But if no relief within a short period, see your doctor. Best wishes!

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AngelPuppy1 — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 11:28:49 GMT

@GenXmuse

I was on Linzess for quite a few months and I really hated this med! It actually made me feel more bloated and I felt it was a really awful med and I won't go into the nasty details. So the Linzess is really a good med for you? If so, that is good. I really could not tolerate it!

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AngelPuppy1 — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 11:31:03 GMT

@KACEE1115

I keep seeing info about apple cider vinegar and I actually bought some apple cider vinegar gummies but have not had enough nerve to try them! What exactly do you think this does for you if you don't mind my asking?

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GenXmuse — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:04:47 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 wrote:
@GenXmuse

I was on Linzess for quite a few months and I really hated this med! It actually made me feel more bloated and I felt it was a really awful med and I won't go into the nasty details. So the Linzess is really a good med for you? If so, that is good. I really could not tolerate it!

Well, I wouldn't take it if it made things worse for me. It's made a tremendous difference in my everyday life but of course everyone responds differently.

Another thing you might try, OP is peppermint oil capsules. My GI recommended them, though they didn't work in my case. I occasionally take Gas-x as well.
I also find enzymes somewhat helpful, but probiotics just made things worse.
I've tried ACV and it didn't help my stomach but it good for so many things that I take it anyway.

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AngelPuppy1 — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:47:05 GMT

@GenXmuse

Dr. advised me to stay with it and give it a chance and I did. But it was nasty and I quit. Glad it worked for you!

Re: Help with stomach bloating / distention?

Anonymous032819 — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 12:31:45 GMT

I tried acv, and it just gave a gut ache.

If AL vitamins or pro-flora is causing you problems, and you feel better when you don't take them, then it stands to reason that you stop taking them.