Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: HELP! Soy is a problem food too...

Heather,

Thank you SO MUCH!!! I thought I would have to totaly give up on soy--I will definately try your suggestions and try things slow with beano.

I feel a lot less alone with the message boards (I just joined this past week the day I began preparing for my colonoscopy) and I can't thank you enough for all your hard work and generosity! Without you so many of us would be suffering alone! It's tough when people don't understand what you're going through (even though some people try to understand, because they've never been there, all they can do is love you through it without any real understanding). My husband just knows I'm in pain--and it's tough when I can't finish the laundry because the cramps are so bad I can't get out of bed (and without my heating pad I'd be up all night!) I don't even make him dinner anymore (I'm at the early stages of figuring out what I can/can't eat--I'm just eating bread, oatmeal, potatoes, pasta, and trying soy/rice milk). It's frustrating! I am hopeful that I will someday live a normal life again where I will be able to get what I need to done without stopping to lie down--and that I'll be able to cook for my husband again. Even though I have C BMs my symptoms are still powerful. Thanks G-d I'm able to work and get most of the things I need to done--I'm VERY lucky there--but life is not what is was. Having the message boards as support brings me hope and encouragement--and I REALLY appreciate all your efforts. You're doing an AMAZING job! You always get back to us quickly--and your genuine concern shows through.

Thanks again Heather!!!!!!!!!

Take care

Ruchie

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Formerly known as Ruchie

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