So, this is embarrassing. And possibly TMI, but please help.

I think you should make an appointment with a GI dr.

It could be a number of things. You need to see a GI specialist.

You can be lactose intolerant and still eat cheese and yogurt due to the active bacteria in them. I recently found out that I am both lactose and gluten intolerant, but had to go to a specialist to learn this. My system is much better now and I don't have to spend hours in the bathroom anymore. I would agree with seeking medical advice as well though, to be safe.

Yeah you definitely need to see a doctor, I'm not sure exactly how the healthcare system works in the US but here in the UK I would recommend that you get the advice of a general practitioner who will either be able to help or refer you to a specialist who can.

Agree with above, best to see a doctor. Could be a number of different reasons.

personally I would say that this is IBS irritable bowel syndrome, but I would get checked out sweet just to be on the safe side, you may find that your lacking in vitamins and nutrients as the foods you are eating are not staying in your system long enough to do any good. Don't be embarrassed honey, we all poo, wee, fart, burp etc... it's what humans do.

First and foremost, you should see a doctor. But I think you may have IBS D. Stress is a huge trigger, also watch your gluten, wheat and diary intake. With IBS its not the lactose that sets you off, its usually the milk protein. Also watch your fat intake(mainly saturated fat intake) and look into antispasmodic medication like meviberine or buscopan and over the counter medication to help thicken your stools. fibre supplements make you go more frequently.

Ok. So here goes. I come to you all with red, embarrassed cheeks but needing help.

For as long as I can remember, years...I've had 90% of the time suffered from diarrhea. When I was 130lbs, when I was 160lbs, now. I go around 5 times or more a day. And whatever I eat, I read is supposed to take at least a day to go through your system. Mine seems to only take hours.

Milk upsets my stomach, but not yogurt or cheese. So I don't think I'm lactose intolerant, or at least not badly. And I don't really eat those things much anyways. A little milk in the coffee, a little in shakes. Even when I was on soy milk for a year, same problem.

And if I eat a meal, or even some snacks, I'm going to the bathroom ten minutes later.

It happens regardless of my food choices or fiber. I've tried high fiber, fiber supplements, etc. Not even Imodium helps.

Does anyone know what this might be?

You sound EXACTLY like me.

I have inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's Disease). I take a medication called Levsin which is an antispasmodic. It decreases acid production in the stomach, slows down the natural movements of the gut, and relaxing muscles in many organs.

I literally spend about 95% of my life on the toilet (I don't remember the last time I had a normal, solid stool).

Due to the constant diarrhea, I am deficient in magnesium. Some people also become deficient in potassium as well when they have chronic diarrhea. Make sure you are taking a magnesium supplement as well as eating a lot of bananas.

I can't drink milk but I can tolerate SMALL amounts of yogurt and cheese. I drink almond and coconut milk instead. I don't like soy milk and can't tolerate it.

I LOVE salad but can't eat it because it goes straight through me. The only veggies I can tolerate are broccoli, carrots, celery, asparagus, peppers, and mushrooms.

I highly recommend seeing your physician to get a referral to a gastroenterologist. They will do a bunch of blood work to check for celiac (gluten allergy) and they will check your SED rate (amount of inflammation in your body). Average SED rate is 0-20. My SED rate varies from 32-60 depending on when I am having a flare up. If your SED rate comes back high, the gastro will most likely want to perform a colonoscopy and endoscopy. My gastro has been nagging me about having both procedures done for a while now but I haven't been able to have them done yet because I can't fast due to my hypoglycemia.

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Definitely go see a dr ASAP. My sister in law at age 25 thought she had some sensitivities to food, then her doctor said Crohn's disease, and then she finds out later that she has a form of intestinal cancer and now has a port installed in her chest for regular radiation treatments. And it all started with the runs multiple times everyday no matter what she ate. not to be a fatalist here, but when it is your health, take no chances.

I had that same issue. I never went to the doctor for it. I just assumed it was IBS. I just thought that was how my stomach worked. After I cut out almost all processed food out of my diet, which was 6 months ago, I haven't had that issue since. But I'm not a doctor -- so please don't just take my word for it. :ohwell:

You definitely need to see a doctor. I suffered from this problem before. You may have IBS or something more serious. It's not normal to have diarrhea that often. Do you suffer from anxiety? Are you stressed? Could you be gluten intolerant? There are a lot of different answers out there. I found that when I cut back on alcohol, my diarrhea seemed to have subsided.

When I worked, I was very stressed and anxious because of my job. My husband finally had me leave there about 2 months back. Since then, my stress and anxiety has lessened. I don't get those feelings of panic anymore.

I never thought about gluten. Lactose, yes. But never gluten. I had assumed it had different symptoms. an old manager of mine had it and said it would hurt if she had it. She ate some on accident once and looked like she was pregnant ith a belly suddenly on her tiny frame.

As for drinking, I haven't drank in weeks. And rarely drink at all. Oh! I was a smoker, but quit about 2 weeks ago.

I agree absolutely you should see a Dr. In the meantime you may want to give Probiotics a try. I had a bad gallbladder for about 40 yrs. and due to diverticulitus had to have part of my colon removed. After having my gallbladder removed I developed a very sluggish digestive system. I went on probiotics and I have not suffered since. I won't ever be without them! they seem to correct whatever is causing the problem. You can get them at your local health food store but make sure you talk to someone there who can tell you what kind you need for your problem. Different probiotics for different needs. It could be anything, Chrones, IBS, Gluten intolerance ,Lactose intolerance or a combination. Please see a Dr. ASAP. constant diahrea alos cause a number of health issues over time. Good luck sweetie!

It could be a number of things. You need to see a GI specialist.

A general doctor wouldn't help? I couldn't go before because of money and no insurance. But I have insurance as of this month.

I agree. You should see a GI doc, not a family doc. Your primary doc will probably just refer you anyway. They are specialists for a reason.

How does it work in the US? do you just book an appointment with a specialist yourself? in the UK you have to see your GP (family doctor) who then refers you and they are generally in an outpatient clinic in a hospital or larger medical centre. You can't generally just book an appointment with a GI or ENT etc doctor yourself. You can go to a private one of course, but that's different.