Unfortunately, yes.....
09/16/05 01:02 PM
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Heather
Reged: 12/09/02
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Loc: Seattle, WA
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though I just learned from your post about all the blood that should be going to the heart being re-directed to the colon as it spasms. That's so interesting - I always thought the cold sweats and loss of consciousness came from the severity of the pain.
I have had quite a few attacks on this level, and they are very scary. I guess it does help to know that it is "just" IBS and you're not actually dying, but that doesn't do much of anything at all to actually stop or lessen the pain and fear.
I'm so sorry, and I hope you're feeling better soon. For what it's worth, some of my attacks like that have also been completely out of the blue, when I hadn't eaten any triggers, been under any stress, had nothing at all to point the finger at. It just happened. Fortunately, it's rare, and it helps me to know that if I did not eat right, and use peppermint and soluble fiber, and get enough sleep, manage stress, etc., I'd be having attacks like that every single day. That comparison makes me feel better, and also makes me feel more empowered. For me, the worst part for many years was having no idea at all how to prevent or alleviate attacks, so I felt like I was at their mercy. It's a big improvement to have a lot more knowledge and power in my corner now. Doesn't offer 100% IBS-free living, but it does put me at well over 90%, which I'll certainly take. 
Hugs to you,
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