prior to adaptaing a GF/DF diet, did anyone experience constant stomach rumbling/random abdominal noises? I haven't been diagnosed with anything other than IBS at this point but these random stomach rumblings have started and I can't get them to stop! They're on and off all day long!
they seem to be significantly worse when I'm laying down. I have also noticed they're so much worse at night. Very loud! Why are they worse when laying down?
What is the cause? Did a GF diet help with the noises if you had them? So frustrating, as I cannot get them to stop.
constant stomach rumbling?
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Hi,
Those noises are a unique characteristic of the inflammatory bowel diseases, and celiac disease. That suggests that you may have microscopic colitis, rather than IBS, (assuming that your doctor tested you for celiac disease, to rule that out). Back when I was reacting, anyone could easily hear me in the next room, due to all the gurgling noises in my gut. They may be more noticeable at night, because changing from an upright position to supine, causes a shift in the gas distribution within the intestines, and the noises seem to be caused by gas generation and movement.
When I adopted the diet, the noises didn't stop immediately for me, but they completely stopped after the diet had sufficient time to heal my gut. The noises are mostly due to an autoimmune reaction to gluten, but minimizing fiber in your diet may help to reduce the noise, also.
Tex
Those noises are a unique characteristic of the inflammatory bowel diseases, and celiac disease. That suggests that you may have microscopic colitis, rather than IBS, (assuming that your doctor tested you for celiac disease, to rule that out). Back when I was reacting, anyone could easily hear me in the next room, due to all the gurgling noises in my gut. They may be more noticeable at night, because changing from an upright position to supine, causes a shift in the gas distribution within the intestines, and the noises seem to be caused by gas generation and movement.
When I adopted the diet, the noises didn't stop immediately for me, but they completely stopped after the diet had sufficient time to heal my gut. The noises are mostly due to an autoimmune reaction to gluten, but minimizing fiber in your diet may help to reduce the noise, also.
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
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i have had loud stomach noises for at least 12 years. I had IBS before MC
for me it was worse when the bowel was ?inflammed or cramping
I find them worse when i do lay down and relax but then also find that if i do relax (yoga stretches etc) and i have a BM they then abate.
i have never really figured out one cause, i found them worse when i was tired or stressed.
not sure if this helps
for me it was worse when the bowel was ?inflammed or cramping
I find them worse when i do lay down and relax but then also find that if i do relax (yoga stretches etc) and i have a BM they then abate.
i have never really figured out one cause, i found them worse when i was tired or stressed.
not sure if this helps
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Tex that seems to be correct that IBS seems to precede a diagnosis of MC or even Crohns. I have come across a couple of studies in Sweden that suggested the link, even to the potential development of Crohns from MC.
The rumbling noises are most likely due to the increased motility of the GI tract that is common in IBS. In IBS the GI tract is far more sensitive and with that seems to move food along at a much faster rate than normal, resulting in the rumbling and increased BM's. Tex probably has a more thorough explanation for this , and I'm sure if you search this site you can find a post from him on this subject
--Joe
The rumbling noises are most likely due to the increased motility of the GI tract that is common in IBS. In IBS the GI tract is far more sensitive and with that seems to move food along at a much faster rate than normal, resulting in the rumbling and increased BM's. Tex probably has a more thorough explanation for this , and I'm sure if you search this site you can find a post from him on this subject
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Those rumbling sounds are the worse thing ever. I dread going to the dentist, not because of anything that they are going to do to me but because when they lay that chair back my stomach goes crazy. I think the patients in the waiting room can hear it! They always comment that "it must be lunch time" for me. It doesn't matter if I just ate or not.
Happens at night, too. I would tell my husband that it's my stomach's way of telling me that it's pissed off about something. Now that I read your post and thought about it, I don't recall it happening so much.
Not sure it is due to the Entocort or diet, but it has definitely decreased.
-Rebecca
Those rumbling sounds are the worse thing ever. I dread going to the dentist, not because of anything that they are going to do to me but because when they lay that chair back my stomach goes crazy. I think the patients in the waiting room can hear it! They always comment that "it must be lunch time" for me. It doesn't matter if I just ate or not.
Happens at night, too. I would tell my husband that it's my stomach's way of telling me that it's pissed off about something. Now that I read your post and thought about it, I don't recall it happening so much.
Not sure it is due to the Entocort or diet, but it has definitely decreased.
-Rebecca
gurgle grumble
YUP! My husband says it's the evil inside me 
I'm always excusing myself in meetings and at work. It is a bit embarrassing. I get the "Somebodies hungry" often. I usually joke back that my stomach always thinks it's hungry even after I feed it. It's my monster companion. I have MC but tested negative for celiac. I'm still learning the good and bad foods so hopefully once I reach the proper diet it will decrease. I hope you too will find a solution. Good luck!
As for the above comment about MC turning into Crohn's???? I've not heard that one. Is there a link for that information? That's a bit scary
-Kim
I'm always excusing myself in meetings and at work. It is a bit embarrassing. I get the "Somebodies hungry" often. I usually joke back that my stomach always thinks it's hungry even after I feed it. It's my monster companion. I have MC but tested negative for celiac. I'm still learning the good and bad foods so hopefully once I reach the proper diet it will decrease. I hope you too will find a solution. Good luck!As for the above comment about MC turning into Crohn's???? I've not heard that one. Is there a link for that information? That's a bit scary
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Kim refer to the following article
Microscopic Colitis — A Common Cause of Diarrhoea in Older Adults © 2010 Oxford University Press
"The natural history of MC is variable. Many cases are self-limiting, with symptoms lasting a few weeks or months. Others may be symptomatic for years in a relapsing or continuous pattern. A number of case reports have suggested that MC may lead to development of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease, and a small study including a series of patients with MC showed that development of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease after a follow-up of at least 6 years is possible.[28] MC does not appear to affect colorectal cancer risk.[16]"
--Joe
Microscopic Colitis — A Common Cause of Diarrhoea in Older Adults © 2010 Oxford University Press
"The natural history of MC is variable. Many cases are self-limiting, with symptoms lasting a few weeks or months. Others may be symptomatic for years in a relapsing or continuous pattern. A number of case reports have suggested that MC may lead to development of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease, and a small study including a series of patients with MC showed that development of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease after a follow-up of at least 6 years is possible.[28] MC does not appear to affect colorectal cancer risk.[16]"
--Joe
Joe
That's difficult to say, but it could be anywhere from a couple of months to roughly a year, according to our accumulated experience.
Tex
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
I have those as well and they can be very loud! And embarrassing. Since taking Entocort they have lessened, but not totally stopped. I was GF for some time, but I didn't notice a difference (maybe stopped too soon) so I can't yet say that a dietary change helped me. But it certainly has helped many, many others here.
I also tried GasX and Pepto. I can't say for sure that they helped me, but everyone's different, they are cheap and might be worth a try until you know really what your diagnosis is. There is also a good chance probiotics may help--not cheap, but won't hurt you and OTC.
I was told I had IBS 16 years ago and am currently pursuing tests for MC since my symptoms have increased in number and severity. I am told you can have both IBS and MC. The noises are called borborygmi and are due to the gas moving around inside the intestines. I never experienced that rumbling noise until the last couple of years or so, but have felt it for years.
Hope this helps in the short run. Good luck!
Robin
I also tried GasX and Pepto. I can't say for sure that they helped me, but everyone's different, they are cheap and might be worth a try until you know really what your diagnosis is. There is also a good chance probiotics may help--not cheap, but won't hurt you and OTC.
I was told I had IBS 16 years ago and am currently pursuing tests for MC since my symptoms have increased in number and severity. I am told you can have both IBS and MC. The noises are called borborygmi and are due to the gas moving around inside the intestines. I never experienced that rumbling noise until the last couple of years or so, but have felt it for years.
Hope this helps in the short run. Good luck!
Robin
Hi All, Sorry I havent been in awhile. Too much else happening in life lately..Yes Mac. I too have these rumbings... after eating. (I have LC.and diverticulosis)
At bed time, I have a routine of lying on my back reading awhile while the tum churns and rumbles ,then turning to my left ... to burp..wind up. Then turning to lie on my right to "Let Off" awhile. When my tum is feeling more settled Im able to settle again on my back to sleep. (Yes, on my back. I dont like it but have done for several years. Less joint pains, sciatica during the days this way Ive found.) You are certainly not alone as you've read by now.
At bed time, I have a routine of lying on my back reading awhile while the tum churns and rumbles ,then turning to my left ... to burp..wind up. Then turning to lie on my right to "Let Off" awhile. When my tum is feeling more settled Im able to settle again on my back to sleep. (Yes, on my back. I dont like it but have done for several years. Less joint pains, sciatica during the days this way Ive found.) You are certainly not alone as you've read by now.
"Never pray for lesser burdens but for broader shoulders."
Before my symptoms began, I always slept on my stomach - always. After the bloating began, sleeping on my stomach was no longer an option, (not only because of the swelling, but because of the pain). Now, over 10 years later, I'm still sleeping on my back, even though I've been in remission for 6 years. I've tried sleeping on my stomach, and I can do it, but it just doesn't seem natural, after having to sleep on my back for so many years. It's strange how we learn to adapt, and then the new pattern becomes the "norm". 
Tex
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.