Hello and Welcome! So sorry to hear you are having such a rough time. I can relate! I am also 34, I've had IBS C since I was about 15. I too, would go a LONG time between bm's. Its an awful feeling and yes, it does effect your total sense of well being. 
Suggestions: Have you tried a SFS (soluble fiber supplement) like citrucel or benefiber? Have you tried peri-colace, its an over the counter stool softner? If you have treid these things and they are not working, ask your dr about miralax. I've taken it for years. Its a presctiprion laxative. It works wonders!! One word of caution, it is possible for your bowels to become dependant on it so you may have to take it long term. The good news is that most people do not build up a tolerance to it, like most people do to Zelnorm.
Try using the heating pad for pain relief. I know its probably the last thing you want to do but exercise really does help to get things moving! And yes, water is crucial, be sure you are drinking LOTS and LOTS of water! I hope you feel better soon!
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Re: VENTING....IBS C..anyone with similar experiences?
