alcohol and bowel issues

Alcohol passes through the body very quickly and often can have an impact on your digestive system, also drinking on an empty stomach is never a good idea . It could also depend on your age if you have just recently started drinking your body may not be use to it therefore causing you to have diarrhea. How long has it been going on ?

i did have food, i always do. i’m 19 and ive been drinking alcohol since i was about 17. it’s been happening for that long. wasn’t sure if something may be causing it but what you said seems to make sense.

Sorry to hear that, I know all bowel problems are embarrassing and no one likes talking about them but might be worth going to see a professional about it . Does the diarrhoea disappear after the alcohol has left your system or are you having it frequently?

i normally have constipation (not always) and it’s genetic as my mum has that too so i think that’s normal. i do get diarrhoea the same just before my period and on my period but thats notmal too. but yes the diarrhoea goes after 2-3 days after drinking

I'm not a doctor so would be best to make an appointment with your GP but it could be ibs if you suffer from both constipation and diarrhoea but everyone has diarrhoea from time to time and its nothing to be embarrassed about . If you live in student accommodation im sure your friends will have experienced just the same . Try to control what you drink and maybe make a journal as to specific types of alcohol that make you go to the toilet and avoid those . It depends on how bad your diarrhoea is if you are just going once or twice it probably clears up on its own but if you are having it constantly might be worth trying some immodium for short term relief. Hope this helps

thank you so much i’ll definitely speak to my GP. i always have pelvic pain too so could be it not sure!!! will definitely speak to them. i appreciate your help

i normally have constipation (not always) and it’s genetic as my mum has that too so i think that’s normal. i do get diarrhoea the same just before my period and on my period but thats notmal too. but yes the diarrhoea goes after 2-3 days after drinking

It's not genetic. It's because bad habits run in families. Break the bad habit and you'll fix the constipation and diarrhoea.

There will be a big lack of fibre in your diet and your mother's diet. Sort that out and see how your bowels get on.
Beans, legumes and whole grains are great sources of fibre.

No worries definitely see the doctor hope you are feeling better soon

It's not genetic. It's because bad habits run in families. Break the bad habit and you'll fix the constipation and diarrhoea.

There will be a big lack of fibre in your diet and your mother's diet. Sort that out and see how your bowels get on.
Beans, legumes and whole grains are great sources of fibre.

Be careful with too much fibre though as you will constantly be on the loo . Try it in small quantities first and see how it affects your bowels .