Free Thesos tool · Piece: Preparedness
Build Your IBS Flare & Travel Plan
Build a practical plan for work, travel, days out and the moments your gut gives you little warning.
Your answers are not saved to your Thesos account unless you choose to save them. Educational, not a diagnosis.
About this tool, FAQ and sources
Prepare for work, days out, journeys and the moments your gut gives you little warning. A plan cannot prevent every flare, but it can reduce the number of things you have to figure out in the moment.
How it works
You choose where you feel least prepared, what is hardest during a flare, what worries you away from home, what you'd like in your kit and which preparation steps help you feel in control. Your answers are turned into a personal checklist from an original Thesos library of practical tips.
It can
- Help you feel more prepared
- Collect practical tips in one place
- Remind you when to get medical help
It cannot
- Diagnose IBS or any other condition
- Recommend medicines or doses
- Replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist
Questions
- What should be in an IBS emergency kit?
- Common items include wipes, tissues, spare underwear, water and hand sanitiser, plus anything that personally helps you, such as a heat patch.
- How long does an IBS flare-up last?
- It varies from hours to days and differs between people. If a flare is unusually long or severe, or different from usual, speak to a doctor.
- Should I take medicine during a flare?
- Only as advised by your doctor or pharmacist. This plan doesn't recommend medicines.
Method and sources
Original Thesos plan library (v1.0). Practical tips are general self-care; medical-help guidance reflects NHS and NIDDK advice. No medicine names or doses are included.
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) · NHS (UK)
- Treatment for IBS · NIDDK
- Diarrhea · NIDDK
For education and self-management only. Not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call your local emergency number.