Have Trapped Gas/Constipation. IBS???

[THoltz]

So the past few days I have passed a BM each day. Stool was normal no blood or anything but if was small. I exercised today and ran 3 miles. Felt bloated tbh but not too bad.

I feel like I have some constipation left but overall I feel a little bit better.

I am still concerned that I may have some underlying illness causing the constipation...

[Careful1]

Constipation is common and everyone will it experience it at one time or another, it’s uncomfortable but it’s really not a sign of anything ominous. Have you tried to take a stool softener or some mild laxatives? You may still be a bit backed up. Try adding some extra fiber to your diet, fiber can keep you regular.

[THoltz]

Constipation is common and everyone will it experience it at one time or another, it’s uncomfortable but it’s really not a sign of anything ominous. Have you tried to take a stool softener or some mild laxatives? You may still be a bit backed up. Try adding some extra fiber to your diet, fiber can keep you regular.

so the past few days I have passed BM’s. This morning and yesterday morning I passed two. I had coffee and oatmeal for breakfast. Feel like I am getting a bit better. Less trapped gas. Less bloating. I noticed popcorn is a trigger for me. Gives me gas.

I have more pressing problems however. A person at my work was exposed to COVID-19. Now I am concerned I might have it.