Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Answers on Acacia + Heather's Books

Anyone out there? This is the first time I've ever posted a response on ANY web site. I'm not sure if or how this will show up.

Anyway. Last year, I hadn't heard of IBS. Now, I'm trying to find out all I can. I'm only 30 and a lg. polyp was found in my colon last summer. I'm active, and not overweight - but since I've been experiencing all these problems with Constipation, I've gained about 10 lbs. My stomache constantly hurts but I find I still always feel hungry, and I go sit in the bathroom for 20 minutes about 4 times a day to no avail. I'm currently on 6mg. of Zelnorm 2ce a day and am supplimenting that with a day's dose of Miralax (another perscription that offered no lasting relief) I'm dying here. The Zelnorm was pretty effective for about 6 months then all of a sudden about 2 weeks ago, IBS hit again really bad. I can't fit into any of my clothes (I look about 6 months pregnant), and am embarassed to leave my house. I am a single mother with a high-pressure job so the stress levels are not likely to go down any time soon. Has anyone out there eaten less and still gained weight fast? I'm SO frustrated!

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