Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Job selection with IBS

Hi,
I personally would not bring it up in an interview. A person's skills and qualifications are what make them the successful candidate...medical conditions should not be a factor.

Dependant on the type of job you have, should determine whether or not you tell your boss. My experience was such that I confided in my boss because there were times that I may have to leave meetings etc, and or days I wouldn't be able to travel.

I think that may be easy for me to say because I have a female boss and she is very understanding. But also as a supervisor myself, I've confided my stomach issues to my staff and this opened the door for one of my staff to also share her own personal medical issues. Knowing this also helps when you're a supervisor. Not that it changes your opinion of your staff, it just helps to be a more supportive boss.

Overall it was a positive experience for me. Follow your insticts....good luck

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