Reged: 12/13/04
Posts: 4490
Loc: West Orange, NJ (IBS-D)
Quote: these are some things I typically say to those friends or coworkers or visiting family members. They don't always get it.
1) I'm lactose intolerant and have a problem digesting certain high-fat foods, sugars-like HFCS-and proteins-like those in red meat. 2) I have IBS. IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME! So don't irritate me with your questions! 3) I have a functional bowel disorder I don't wish to discuss.
ROFL. I really like your second "explanation". I'll have to try that one next time someone asks.
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