I dont think enough resources are used to find a cure for IBS. I also think the drug sponsored researches wouldnt want a cure. Like all other diseases and illnesses, they only want to try and treat symtoms. Thats where the moneys at. Cynical? yes maybe so. But I do not and will not believe that someone with the brains to find the underlying cause for this, cant find it. Especially what causes severe pain with this condition.