How long have you been on "the diet"? When were you diagnosed? Has everything but IBS been ruled out.
I think feeling worse when you first start the diet is pretty normal. I certainly did. With IBS, any big change can be a trigger, so you've got to wait for your body to get used to the new regime. And as hard as it is, if you relapse (with the diet, etc) then you can get set right back.
As you're IBS-C, watch your insoluble fibre content. The soluble fibre guidelines work for both C and D, but if you're C then you need to keep having insoluble fibre or your gut will just seize up. Keep in mind that Heather is IBS-D, so some of the stuff is aimed more at that.
IBS is an absolute bugger (pardon my language !). I found that really hard to cope with when I was diagnosed. Who wants to have a chronic illness with no definite treatment and few understanding doctors!!! I guess the aim with IBS is to get it under control so that you can enjoy life despite it.
Everyone here is really helpful and sympathetic. Keep on coming back - the support has helped me loads. If you just want to chat, post on the LivingRoom.
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!). I found that really hard to cope with when I was diagnosed. Who wants to have a chronic illness with no definite treatment and few understanding doctors!!! I guess the aim with IBS is to get it under control so that you can enjoy life despite it.
