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ibs, itching and fainting

I've been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome.  But I have other symptoms that accompany my episodes.  Here are the symptoms:  right before I have an explosive bowel episode, I have prickling/itching on my palms, the bottom of my feet, the top of my head.  Usually 20 minutes after a meal - any meal.  Doesn't matter what I eat.  All episodes include explosive diarrhea and cramping.  I have also blacked out after the episode.  I go each month for a B-12 shot.  My body apparently doesn't absorb vitamins well.  I have had a B-12 deficiency as well as a D deficiency.  Doctors have most generally looked at me like I'm nuts.  Any help would be appreciated.
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2010625 tn?1329372056
Have you ruled out all other possible stomach, intestine, bowel disorders? Sounds like it could also be a nerve problem, or a neurological problem, maybe even anxiety. Obviously you don't have typical symptoms, so the doctors would have to do lots of testing, and actually think to figure out what is wrong with you, and they should because you are obviously suffering from something. Don't let them just look at you like you are just nuts, if that doctor doesn't help you find a new one, that's what I would do. Good Luck I hope you get it figured out, and feel better soon.
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2010625 tn?1329372056
Also if you haven't already you might want to post this question in the IBS forum as well.
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2010625 tn?1329372056
Have you been tested for allergies? If so you might want to, if for nothing else to rule it out.
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