Acacia allergy?
#292537 - 12/05/06 09:14 AM
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I just took Acacia Tummy Fiber for the first time this morning (1/2 tsp. to start) and the roof of my mouth started burning (I did not have this prior to taking it.)
Is this an allergic reaction to it? Is it normal for this to occur? Should I try taking it again and see if it reoccurs? Please, help...
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Check this series of messages asking a similar question.
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The FODMAP Approach to Managing IBS Symptoms
Evidence-based Dietary Management of Functional GI Symptoms: The FODMAP Approach
FODMAP Chart & Cheatsheet
The Role of Food & Dietary Intervention in IBS
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Thank you Syl for your response. I read the other posts, but still do not know if I should try taking it again or not. I have never taken fiber before so do not know what to expect.
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My system seems to over react just now to everything. My intestines seem to literally feel like they are crawling. It makes me afraid to even eat. The only thing that seems to help is Gas X. I have an appointment with a Gastroenterologist in two weeks and am very frightened by all this 
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You can email customer support at help@helpforibs.com -- they maybe able to help
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Thank you again Syl for your responses. I e-mailed customer service/help and was told "there's no reason the acacia should bother your mouth unless you're expressly allergic to it.
If you develop any kind of reaction though, stop taking it and send it back to us for a full refund."
They also suggested I speak with my doctor concerning this.
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Not a very informative response. Personally, I would stay way from acacia and try something else. Potential allergies are not something I would play around with.
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I think what they mean is that the burning in your mouth is not a normal reaction to Acacia. The problem is there's no way to know if the burning is just a coincidence or if it's actually caused by the Acacia. Well, unless you try it again, but if it is an allergy that could be a bad idea.
My advice would be to see your GI guy and ask him about this. He may not know what Acacia is specifically but he might be able to tell you generally whether he thinks it's okay for you to try again. If so, give it a whirl; if not, return it and get a refund and try one of the other SFS on the market.
It's good that you're seeing a GI guy. You need to be sure other problems are ruled out before getting an IBS diagnosis. You might want to look through the rest of the Website and see what tests need to be done and conditions need to be ruled out before you're diagnosed. And if you aren't doing so already, following Heather's Eating For IBS guidelines between now and when you see your GI guy won't hurt and it might help calm down your crawling insides.
HTH. Welcome to the Boards.
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Thank you Sand and Syl for your input in this matter. I did some searching on the web, and on one site it stated Acacia fiber can be acidic, but there is always such conflicting information out there it is difficult to know what to believe. All one can do is see how things effect us on an individual/personal basis.
My family doctor thinks I have IBS based on my present stress level. The first time I had these symptoms (about 10 years ago) they took out my gall bladder. It didn't help but eventually I got better. The second time was after my mother passed away and that bout lasted for several months. My family doctor feels this is presently due to my husband losing his job, which is when it all started, but he is back to work now and I am still having symptoms...the anxiety now is because I don't feel well.
My doctor gave me Vistaril for anxiety which helps some (at least with sleep.) He tried me on Lexapro, Buspar and Librax but they made me dizzy and blurred my vision and since I must drive my daughter to school, this was not beneficial.
Again, thank you for your replies. I really do appreciate it.
*hugs*
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