Re: Trouble Socialising?
12/31/07 08:30 PM
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Amanda,
I dated and got married while suffering IBS symptoms, not knowing I had IBS. It was tough. I didn't date a lot and always insisted that we be somewhere close enough to a bathroom. Marriage didn't last (his issues believe it or not were more sorry than my IBS  ) and I'm divorced now. At this point Im not even entertaining the thought of dating until I get better. I don't think it has to be this way. People are for the most part understanding and as long as you can be upfront about your condition I think it's doable. Especially because once you let the cat out of the bag, psychologically you can handle it a lot better. I told my dentist that I have trouble sitting for a long period of time and that I might have to jump up at any time to use the bathroom. Until I told him this, I would freak out and sweat a day before my appointment and while waiting for my turn etc.. I've stopped having manicure/pedicures and other such appointments because of this. However, with time, I'm able to be frank about my condition and I'm hoping that this will open my social abilities and I'm hoping for even more, that my condition heals and I won't ever have to talk, think, dream about it anymore.
I wish you luck, peace of mind, and only understanding, caring people in your life.
Sarah T
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