IBS

[princessjadesmom]

Ok, I am extremely embarrassed about this post. I've been debating about whether or not to post, but decided that I won't know if I don't ask. I have IBS. There are days that I have to be in the bathroom VERY often and for long periods of time. My question is, would it be possible to get a disability return for this condition? I know it would help me to be able to sit out my wait time in the bathroom and come back when my tummy is feeling better. I know I won't know for sure until I get to the park, but I want to know if anyone else has had any experience with that. I just feel really embarrassed about asking for it. I'm embarrassed enough asking about it on here where I can't even see you guys, let alone having to face someone in person to have to explain my situation. Thank you!

 

[StitchesGr8Fan]

I jus got diagnosed last week with IBS and have similar issues. Debating about a DAS if I'm having a flare up. People on here say they have gotten one for IBS. I plan to take protective undergarments just in case. I more concerned that if the undergarment comes in handy, I need to be able to get cleaned up in a timely manner which may be hard depending on where I am in line. So if I'm having a flare up I will use he undergarments and FP+, and then try for a DAS just in case. My theory is that id rather be embarrassed in front of a few people at GC explaining my issue than have an accident in front of hundreds of people in line.

 

[gap2368]

only CM at GR can answer that question but remember that the FP line can be quite long I know others have come and asked if other have gotten a DAS for these problems but I have not heard if they have gotten one or not.

 

[Sparkly]

Know where every restroom is- and there's tons, so you'll never be far away from one in a park. They're good, very clean with plenty of toilet paper and soap. (if this sounds odd to you, it's because I value public toilets which have both, especially here in the UK!)

I always always have a stash of imodium on me just in case!

I use a DAS for unrelated issues, and it takes lots of worry out knowing if needed I can visit the loo just before going on the ride.

 

[Missyrose]

I have Crohn's and use a DAS to deal with my symptoms.

 

[Happy_Haunt999]

I have UC (IBD) and I know where every bathroom is in the Parks. I have never used the DAS or GAC in the 20+ some trips. Now, I'm not telling you not to use it, I'm just saying I personally haven't. I take plenty of Imodium with me in case I need it. I eat very bland food or at least food I know that doesn't trigger my GI problem to the point where I will be running to the bathroom a lot. Keep yourself hydrated with water and take breaks. B/c I have UC I have a special card that I carry that is a Restroom access card and for those of us with IBD. Don't worry too much because that's another trigger for IBS and IBD. Have fun on your trip!

 

[mousehockey37]

It's nothing to be embarrassed about. I've got a mild case of IBS. I'm on Librax for it. That said, as others pointed out earlier, I've got Imodium in my camera bag (right with the poncho, lol) along with my prescription and Lactaid pills. I'll be on the list of the burger junkie when in the parks, but I know it's "safe" food for me to eat with few problems. I did have an episode this past trip where nothing saved me however. It was a bad meal at Kona. I got the strip steak, well done, and let's just say, the monorail almost didn't go fast enough, nor were the restrooms close enough to the doors at the Grand Floridian.

If you're not on any meds for your IBS, I would look into that. Make sure you have them with you, along with the Imodium and you'll be good to go. Don't sweat the small stuff, you'll be sweating enough so as it is.... it's Orlando, lol!

 

[SueM in MN]

You will need to explain your concerns with waiting in the regular lines to the CM at Guest Relations. There is more information in the WDW Disability Access Service thread near the top of this board. Post 1 is the up to date information. Some people have gotten and used DAS for issues similar to yours and others either were not able to get DAS or did not request DAS.

Some other things that will help:
- arrange your 3 Fastpass Plus for attractions that would normally have long waits

- a trip planning website like www.easywdw.com or www.touringplans.com can be very helpful. They have touring plans that help you see and do what you want with the shortest waits. Even if you don't follow the plans exactly, just knowing a bit about where it is likely to be busy or quiet will tell you a lot (and help to decrease stress)

- the My Disney Experience app is available for Apple and Android phones and lists current standby wait times for attractions. That can also help you for planning so that you know which attractions currently have short waits.

 

[princessjadesmom]

Don't worry too much because that's another trigger for IBS and IBD. Have fun on your trip!

Yup, definitely a trigger. I have been having tummy troubles all week due to that.
Thank you for your advice everyone! Believe me, I would never go without my Immodium! I have 3 boxes of it already stashed in my bag of stuff that I know I'll need on vacation. Lol! I'm also trying Digestive Advantage Intensive Bowel Support. I hope it will help. I've heard from others that it can take a while to start working. We leave next week.
I will ask about a DAS when I get there. I just didn't want to have to explain my situation if there was no chance that it would help anyway.

 

[tinkerpea]

I was able to get one, as I had awful some effects after traditional chemo, and went to the parks 6 wks after while starting oral chemo,
I had no problems getting a DAS for this " type" of issue.

It worked amazing, and I was able to navigate my Park days around the Fp+ and DAS times when having to take the meds in the park

 

[seashoreCM]

"Need to use the restroom frequently and/or just before riding" should be a good enough explanation to get a DAS.

 

[princessjadesmom]

Thanks guys

 

[princessjadesmom]

I was able to get one, as I had awful some effects after traditional chemo, and went to the parks 6 wks after while starting oral chemo,
I had no problems getting a DAS for this " type" of issue.

It worked amazing, and I was able to navigate my Park days around the Fp+ and DAS times when having to take the meds in the park

I hope that you are doing much better now.

 

[geek+nerd]

Look into following a low FODMAP diet. I don't have IBS, but rather a functional gastrointestinal disorder (fancy way of saying docs don't know what it is) as well as food allergies. Low FODMAP diet was developed for those with IBS but has worked well for other GI disorders.

After a year of severe nausea, vomiting several times a week, and feeling awful, I was put on a low FODMAP diet and experienced tremendous relief.

 

[bfamily5]

Thanks for posting this! I haven't even been able to talk to my doctor about it yet. DH is t1 diabetic so I am reading this board for him, but , wow, this is me! Sometimes I literally have to run and I can't figure out the triggers. I would have to leave a line, for sure!

 

[NYCANC]

I have had IBS for over 20 years. Besides my prescription meds- I take Enzymedica's Digest Gold (digestive enzyme).
I take one before each meal especially if I am having flare-ups and it's been amazing. Works great.

I also went GF over a year ago (wheat sensitive) and it has helped lessen my IBS symptoms tons.

I just saw my gastro dr. last week to help put a medicine plan in place for when we go in Oct.

Good Luck!

 

[DisneyOma]

The FP+ queues can also be pretty long (or the queues to get to the first scan!) and some attractions are pretty long too. I'd have some kind of backup in case an accident happened while on an attraction?