Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS-D)
Gastrointestinal Disorders Hariharan Pillai•Gender: Male•Age: 43 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 6 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Frequent loose stools (4-5 times daily), especially after morning tea
- Urgency to pass stool immediately after eating (gastrocolic reflex)
- Abdominal cramping relieved by passing flatus or stool
- Weight loss due to malabsorption and food anxiety
Clinical Assessment
A 43-year-old sales executive from Thrissur presenting with severe diarrheic IBS. Suffered for 6 years, worsening with travel anxiety and spicy foods. Previously treated with antispasmodics and antidiarrheals with only temporary containment, causing mouth dryness.
Diagnostic Investigations: Colonoscopy normal (ruling out Crohn's/Ulcerative Colitis); stool test negative for parasites.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Argentum Nitricum was chosen for anxiety-induced loose stools and gastrocolic urgency, while Aloe Socotrina addressed rectal insecurity and post-meal cramping.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Argentum Nitricum and Aloe Socotrina
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Practice mindfulness before meals; eliminate dairy and spicy foods; consume small, frequent meals.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 1 year- Stool frequency reduced to twice daily within 3 weeks
- Gastrocolic urgency and travel anxiety resolved by Month 2
- Regained 4 kg of weight due to stable digestion and diet expansion by Month 6
- Normal bowel habits maintained at 12-month follow-up
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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