Welcome, Mom. It's so difficult to imagine a teenager going through this. As a teacher, I can totally sympathize with the need to go to the bathroom and not be allowed to go. I simply stopped eating at one point. Here's a few suggestions to get the teachers on board.
If your school allows it and your teachers are comfortable with it, try to get in contact with all of Cory's teachers. We used to have "round table" meetings where every teacher, the parent, the student (optional) the VP, and anyone else applicable would sit down for a brief meeting. If you could get medical documentation from your Doc, you could present it and explain that your child needs to be allowed free and DISCREET access to the washroom and maybe even come up with a nonverbal signal (so that they don't have to ANNOUNCE going to the bathroom). Give them assurance that your child will not abuse this situation - that it is an embarassing but genuine problem.
Next, you need to get Cory stabilized. Make sure breakfast is VERY safe - almost all soluble fiber. This will help start off the day. I would also recommend peppermint tea for the stomach aches, and as well, Heather's peppermint caps for taking at school - again, more discreet than sitting down with a cup of tea.
Ginger tea is also helpful for nausea. It may help him feel better.
I would focus on the Christmas break ( because it's a good chunk of time) having Cory get used to what is safe and what isn't. Eventually, Cory will be able to feel better and know what not to eat to avoid attacks. Has HE visited this website? Does he know the dietary guidelines? It's crucial that he understands so he can make better choices.
I'm so sorry for your son's troubles - and for your pain too, as I know as a Mom, it's horrible when your kids are hurting.
Please post again and let us know how he's doing.
Hope this helps.
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Formerly HanSolo. IBS, OCD, Bipolar, PTSD times 3.
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