Went to see the doctor (again) today when I got a sudden intense tummy ache in office since 3pm. Could not stand it and went to the doctor at 5pm. Diagnosed with IBS - Irritable Bowel Syndrome. I've got shit... keke
For those who do not know what this is :
(from http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/ibs/)
Irritable bowel syndrome is a disorder characterized most commonly by cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea. IBS causes a great deal of discomfort and distress, but it does not permanently harm the intestines and does not lead to a serious disease, such as cancer. Most people can control their symptoms with diet, stress management, and prescribed medications. For some people, however, IBS can be disabling. They may be unable to work, attend social events, or even travel short distances.
Abdominal pain, bloating, and discomfort are the main symptoms of IBS. However, symptoms can vary from person to person. Some people have constipation, which means hard, difficult-to-pass, or infrequent bowel movements. Often these people report straining and cramping when trying to have a bowel movement but cannot eliminate any stool, or they are able to eliminate only a small amount. If they are able to have a bowel movement, there may be mucus in it, which is a fluid that moistens and protect passages in the digestive system. Some people with IBS experience diarrhea, which is frequent, loose, watery, stools. People with diarrhea frequently feel an urgent and uncontrollable need to have a bowel movement. Other people with IBS alternate between constipation and diarrhea. Sometimes people find that their symptoms subside for a few months and then return, while others report a constant worsening of symptoms over time.
Oh well, no wonder I've been a regular customer of diarrhea. Irritating is Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Anyway, stress is such a scary thing. I dun even know I'm stressed up till I got this thingy. It just creeps in. When I was in school, I dun even have such problem. My current company is really killing me. =( I guess at here, I'm stress both mentally and physically. So peeps, now you all know why I want to get out of this shit hole so eagerly and desperately.
Anyway, I also thank God it's nothing serious though I have to do a follow up at NUH for some scans to make sure it's really IBS only. Will arrange for an appointment soon =)
13 years ago

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