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What Are You After Symptoms?

A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭
Calgary, AB

What do you experience after a flare up? I typically get fluid retention from my chin to my toes. I guess this isn't a common symptom. I just have to keep chugging water until my body resets. Does anyone else experience similar or the same?

October 27, 2016
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A myIBSteam Member

Yes I get fluid retention beginning of the month somebody said to me that's your menstrual cycle but I don't get periods now I finished at 54 I am now nearly 65 but I still get fluid retention I drink herbal tea all day for 3 .4 days when my period at that time it reduces the bloated tummy as well the rest of the time peppermint tea after each meal hope this helps

January 21, 2017
A myIBSteam Member

yes i get the same i just thoght it was my age lol nice to know im not alone

November 20, 2016
A myIBSteam Member

Yes, I do... after a flare-up I generally can't wear my rings for almost a week because of the fluid retention

November 16, 2016

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