I completely understand your frustration; I think we've all been there. Some people here have said that it CAN take up to a year or longer to stabilize. I know that's not ideal, but please hang in there.
I "third" the suggestion of the hypno CDs; they have made a huge difference for me. It's definitely an up and down process - you'll feel better, then might relapse a bit, then feel better, etc. But in the end, I think you'll be happier!
If you have bacteria OVERgrowth, is it a good idea to take probiotics? I'm curious what affect the acidophilus has on this?
Also, have you tried acacia? All those regular SFS (benefiber, citrucel, fibercon, etc) always made me feel worse and gave me horrible gas and bloating. The acacia is the only one that has significantly reduced these symptoms for me. And I had to start VERY small (1/8 teaspoon twice daily) and increase my dose VERY slowly! My body can't handle increases of more than 1/8 teaspoon over several days. Perhaps you should give this a try?
I do hope you see some relief soon. I really think the hypno and the acacia would be good ideas to try! Miso's suggestion of digestive enzymes is a good one, too; I think those help a lot. I've also found that the less I eat at each meal, the better I feel. Making dinner my smallest meal seems to especially help.
Good luck! Hang in there!!
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Lisa, IBS-C (Vegan)
Stable since July 2007!
Mommy to Rhiannon Marie (Dec. 13, 2008)
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