Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Frustrated and Scared

Hi Kelly-
It will get easier to handle once you start to feel better. Once you start to realize you can feel well again, the flares will be easier to handle. I didn't realize how young you are. I was 32 when I was diagnosed with Crohn's and IBS. Before they figured out what was going on, I was a complete wreck. I was so weak and so sick I can remember crawling on the floor to get to the phone to talk to my GI. My husband came rushing home from work because I was so out of control mentally I really didn't think I was going to survive. But if you do have Crohn's once they start you on the proper medications you will start to feel better and stronger. I know you haven't been officially diagnosed yet, but if you are I would suggest Jill's book on IBD if you don't already have it. It really helped me to have the information and accept that this is a lifelong thing. Jill also moderates a message board on ivillage.com for IBD that will have more information. Even if they do diagnose you with IBD, you might still have IBS also. I have both. So keep on Heather's diet. A lot of the foods that Jill advises you to avoid for IBD are compatible with the IBS diet.
Take care of yourself, rest, and go in the hospital if it is needed. You will feel better when they properly diagnose you, I promise.
Ann Marie

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