Stress & IBS
#63872 - 04/22/04 11:58 AM
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barbie
Reged: 04/22/04
Posts: 2435
Loc: Texas
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Hi,
I have had IBS for several years. Any day that my stomach feels good is a great day. I am so jealous of my husband because he can eat anything and never gets stomach trouble. I had a panic attack a couple of years ago and have had a lot of anxiety since. The doctor prescribed Librax...reduces anxiety and relaxes stomach. It seems to have helped me. Also, phazyme is the best thing I have found for gas. One other thing, sorbitol gives my stomach fits. You can find sorbitol in some lotions and haircolor,too, and I think it can be absorbed through the skin. Some people don't know that. Also called sorbitan in some sweet baked goods. I have become really good at reading labels to see what is in everything.
Barbie
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Sometimes I think the jealousy of people who can eat normally without all this worry is the worst symptom.
I know stress is a major factor for me- we started our own business three years go and the money worries really don't help- on the other hand I love the work, I enjoy spending more time with my husband- and mostly I can work from home and fit everything around my symptoms. However these past couple of weeks we've had major sales presentations and meetings with venture capitalists- you can imagine how my guts have reacted to that! I do find that relaxation tapes help though I've only just started the one recommended in Heather's book. Walking regularly helps too. I'm thinking of taking up tai chi or yoga- but am a bit worried about it as I'm very overweight and don't know if I can handle it yet. (On the positive side over the past two years I've lost a lot of weight- the combination of fear of food and daily walking)
Ann in Brighton UK
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Hi Ann,
You're right, one of the best ways to lose weight is the fear of eating something that will make your stomach feel bad. I lost too much weight once (not by choice and I wasn't overweight) and I had to really concentrate on eating more. That was quite a challenge. I lived on a lot of potatoes, chicken noodle soup, peanut butter, and yogurt ice cream. Finally gained some weight. One thing I hate is not being able to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables. At least I am taking a vitamin supplement to get some nutrition. Hope your stress will get better.
Barbie
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Barbie and Ann,
Just wanted to say hi and welcome!! This place is awesome, glad to have you with us!
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Laura
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