Help! I'm stuck at work and I have the runs! NOT A JOKE

Original post by xjulietx

Mar 05, 2004 01:31 PM

I need help. I woke up with stomach pains and had to run to the bathroom twice before I left my house this morning. But I got on the train, against my better judgement, and have been paying the price all day. I had to use the disgusting LIRR train bathroom twice, then had to use the bathroom in Penn Station and since I have gotten to work at 9AM, I have probably run about 6 times. I really truly understand why they call them the runs.

What can I do to make it stop? A woman I sit with on the train gave me an Immodium and I have still been running.

I want to go home, but I don't want to risk the 1 hr. 15 minute LIRR ride and the subway ride. I have been staying here at work because I know our bathrooms are clean and well lit.

Help! PLEASE

xjulietx Posted: Mar 05, 2004 02:55 PM

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I think the banana worked. It has been a hald hour since I had the urge and I don't feel any rumbling. Either it was the banana or the fact that there is nothing in my stomach.

steph4777 Posted: Mar 05, 2004 02:58 PM

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I so sorry that you had to go through this.

FH always eats an apple when he has the runs. He says that it really helps. When my brothers were babies I remember my mom used to give them carrots when they had the runs.

Sage10.03 Posted: Mar 05, 2004 03:02 PM

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I am so sorry!! I have IBS, so I can totally relate to what you are going through....
Many a night have I been stuck at my office waiting for my 'attack' to pass....

Most of the suggestions were pretty accurate.
Immodium is the best cure along with staying hydrated. Eating a banana was smart b/c all of the potassium sometimes can have the opposite effect (constipation).

Stay at work until you feel stable enough to risk the train...b/c if you worry about the train too much, your nerves will kick in again...

Good luck!! (DON'T drink any tea that has caffeine!!!! Chamomile is ok, but I don't think that echinaecia would be so good!!!)

Marcela1654 Posted: Mar 05, 2004 04:33 PM

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Posted by xjulietx

I think the banana worked. It has been a hald hour since I had the urge and I don't feel any rumbling. Either it was the banana or the fact that there is nothing in my stomach.

I'm glad you're feeling a bit better. How are you feeling now?

june262004 Posted: Mar 05, 2004 04:38 PM

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I am glad you feel better. I know that feeling. I always Carry Immodium with me ALWAYS. My Best Friend always makes fun of me and I tell her when she needs Im not going to offer her any. I get the Runs because of Nerves.....

Stacey1403 Posted: Mar 05, 2004 04:40 PM

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Posted by xjulietx

I think the banana worked. It has been a hald hour since I had the urge and I don't feel any rumbling. Either it was the banana or the fact that there is nothing in my stomach.

Bananas and white rice work everytime

allure Posted: Mar 05, 2004 04:57 PM

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Feel better Juliet

xjulietx Posted: Mar 05, 2004 05:06 PM

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YAY, the banana worked. It has been 3 hours since my last run!

Thanks everyone for your suggestions and kind words!

I'm going home in a few minutes. I can't wait

Marcela1654 Posted: Mar 05, 2004 05:07 PM

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YAY! I'm so glad

june262004 Posted: Mar 05, 2004 05:30 PM

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xjulietx Posted: Mar 06, 2004 12:04 AM

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So I got home and relaxed with FH and then we made faux wax seals and then I filled organza bags with heart shaped soaps and then my stomach decided that it had to run again..

Sorry for this TMI, but my butt hurts right now.

On a brighter note, maybe I am a little thinner

allure Posted: Mar 06, 2004 12:21 AM

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Hopefully this is the 'Butt End' of this virus
Feel Better

Maribelle7777 Posted: Mar 06, 2004 12:39 AM

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I'm glad you feel better!

What a horrible day! That's the worst.

Try to stock up for train rides and at work in case you get another attack.

Danielle&Scott Posted: Mar 06, 2004 12:21 PM

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...I just wanted to see if you were feeling a little better today. Try not to eat anything crazy today. I would stick to fry toast, clear chicken broth, jello made out of gatorade, water, water, water, plain chicken. Beware of veggies, anything fried or fatty meats.

...Also I agree, Stock up on immodium, gas X, and whatever else you would need. I carry Immodium, and gasx with me at all times, but that is because I have a nervous stomach.
Keep some at work, and at home, and in your pocket book.

...Scott

julz33 Posted: Mar 06, 2004 12:27 PM

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Posted by Danielle&Scott

...Also I agree, Stock up on immodium, gas X, and whatever else you would need. I carry Immodium, and gasx with me at all times, but that is because I have a nervous stomach.
Keep some at work, and at home, and in your pocket book.

I agree. I have IBS.. just knowing I have the Immodium with me make me less stressed. I rarely have to use it, just knowing it is availble makes me feel better...