The scenario you describe is not uncommon. Many of us have experienced similar problems and intense symptoms.
The good news is that using a variety of dietary approaches and other tool such as gut-directed hypnotherapy it is possible to manage IBS symptoms to a point where you can get on with your life.
In addition you might look at supplementing this information with the FODMAP approach which has been clinically tested with excellent results on individuals with functional GI disorders such as IBS. The first two links in my signature will provide details on FODMAPs. I have been using a combination of Heather's EFI and the FODMAP diet for a few years with reasonably good success. It isn't a cure but it is an excellent manage approach.
Many people on the board have used the gut-directed hypnotherapy Cd's with good results. Clinical studies have shown that sometimes when dietary approaches don't work well, and even if they do, and particularly in younger individuals that this type of hypnotherapy can be a powerful tool for managing symptoms.
Ask lots of questions. It is best to ask dietary questions on the diet board and hypnotherapy questions on the hypnotherapy board, etc.
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It is best to ask dietary questions on the diet board and hypnotherapy questions on the hypnotherapy board, etc.
