What would cause a skunk smell in someone? i have ibs c and am taking the highest does of lizness. i think it works but i still have a lot of bloating and gas. the gas seems to start to build up in the upper left side of the abdomen under the ribs?

Left sided abdominal pain is typically where intestinal discomfort is felt so this makes sense. Perhaps let your GI doctor know about the residual bloating/gas. You could try an over the counter medicine (like Mylicon) for gas-your pharmacist could recommend something to try that wouldn’t interfere with the Lizness. The smell is usually a combination of factors, including diet and meds. Good luck!

The colon takes a sharp turn at the left upper abdomen & gas entrapment can occur there ( splenic flexure syndrome). Applying heat there can break down gas allowing it to pass down through the rectum. Avoid gassy foods&gassy beverages. Taking simethicone 1/2 hour after meals prevents gas buildup. Taking activated charcoal reduces intestinal gas& odor that goes with it.