Good Noises vs. Bad Noises

[Bob from Midwest]

I am wondering if anyone can tell the difference in noises between if their intestinal tract is flaring up or releasing. On a pred taper week 3 of 8, and wondering if this stuff is working and whether or not I can tell the difference by my gut noise. Thanks!

 

[Lisa]

A total absence of noise from the gut heard with a stethoscope etc. is NOT a good thing - depending on how active your gut is, and how much material/gas is in there you may or may not be able to hear sounds. Often I can feel things moving thoiugh, and can even feel when something gets 'stuck'.....

Take a look at your bowl habits, are you going more frequently as you taper, do you have pain that is reoccuring or getting worse? It may be a good idea to keep a diary of any symptoms to see if there is a pattern or if things are getting worse, better or staying the same.....