What a touching situation. Pat yourself on the back for taking all those steps. Can you imagine how much worse it would be if you, of all people, didn't understand what your son was going through? Together, you will get teachers on your side (with minimal embarrassment for your son, I hope). As a teenager, your son has enough going on. Where most teenagers are trying to establish a personal identity, your son is dealing with obstacles. I can truly empathisize with your son. Think postitively! Hey - he's doing slightly better. Think of it as a milestone, and go from there! Most people on this site, I think will give better advice than I can, as I've also only recently begun actively dealing with IBS. But I think that if your son is encouraged positively, all will fall into place. I find that stress only makes my body less receptive to food I eat. Break the cycle. Your son should have fun! And school should be about learning, not worry. If he's to catch up in studies and continue learning, it is going to have to be a positive experience, otherwise, it won't be helpful to him. Sometimes, having IBS means having to be creative. Does your son get his assignments to take home when he's ill? You could probably make special arrangements with the teachers so that your son can keep up and enjoy it! And when he feels slightly better, by all means, he should celebrate. He should get outside and/or exercise! Does he have a favorite hobby he can turn to,or a favorite subject in school? The condition is only debilitating if you let it! Well, as I said, there's a lot more advice that can be given, but I just want to make sure you know what a wonderful mother you are. Don't stress! You need to remain healthy and happy through this, too! You'll get at least some needed support here. Good luck, and keep posting!
*evie
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