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I have to question this because it plays a major part of my IBS. I noticed there didn't seem to be alot of discussion on hormones and ibs when i did a search. I am not on birth control and am noticing i am doing the perimenopause thing. doesn't anyone have bad ibs before or during their cycle? I can say that I have ibs-D at least (like clockwork) 1 wk or so before my cycle. it lessens up a bit during but still have it. you might as well figure i am good for nothing for about 2 wks of the month. the search i did find stated that the people w/hormone issues have problems w/heather's pepp capsules due to the fennel causing more bleeding, bloating, etc...does anyone know anything about this cuz the majority of the other forums i have been on here, everyone seems to love the capsules. all i know is i want to order the capsules, tea and acacia but i don't want to take those things if it will make my period worse!

oh and unfortunately i am ibs-"A". this is awful cuz when i get the d, i pop the immodium ad which helps stop it then i end up being the "C" for awhile till it starts over again.

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