Thnaks for the concern. I have talked to my doctor. He said that capsaicin sometimes affects the lower portions of the digestive tract. He also that he knew of no quick cure for that sort of pain. He's Indian and eats a lot of hot Indian food -- and he often suffers from indigestion afterwards. We've discussed the differences between what he experiences and the pain I feel. My ailment is not indigestion. Any cure at all? Joe TIMOTHY FORSTER wrote: > Joe Wood wrote: > > > > > Hello! > > > > I'm new to the list but not to loving heat. Unfortunately, my lower intestines > > don't agree. What can I do for the inevitable burning pain? Avoiding heat is NOT > > an option... > > > > Joe > > Hi Joe > > I would tend to agree with Doug - see your GP. The capsaicin released > by chilis may irritate the mouth/oesophagus or stomach, depending on > tolerance but should not affect the lower bowel to such an extent. > I am becoming more tolerant to chili heat but have never experienced > any pain in this region. How long do the symptoms last? Are you sure > that you are not confusing this pain with indigestion? > > Regards > > Tim