Best way to track bowel movements and other helpful info.

[JohnAdam]

Hello Hope everyone is doing well, I am a 21 year old male who was diagnosed with celiac disease at 7 years old but didn't follow a strict diet from ages 13-20. Ive been on a strict diet now since about July 2023 but unfortunately am still dealing with a plethora of issues. Blood in stool, painful bowel movements, frequent bowel movements, abdominal pain, excess gas just to name a few. I was wondering if anyone had an effective way of keeping track of info that a GI may find helpful. Thanks in advance for any tips!

[Scott Adams]

It sounds like you're going through a challenging time. Keeping track of your symptoms and experiences is a great idea. Have you considered using a symptom diary or a health tracking app? These tools can help you record your symptoms, diet, medication usage, and any other relevant information that could be helpful for your gastroenterologist. Being able to provide detailed information can assist your healthcare provider in understanding your situation better and developing an effective treatment plan.

I think the first step to regaining your health would be to go 100% gluten-free. 

This article has some detailed information on how to be 100% gluten-free, so it may be helpful (be sure to also read the comments section.):