After 14 long years of being diagnosed with IBS I finally went for my first colonoscopy. I was diagnosed when I was 3 months pregnant with my 13 year old son. I honestly thought I was losing the baby and the gyno diagnosed me with IBS and put me on medications. Since then I have learn to keep Immodium in my purse at all times and have learned what foods I can safely eat and not, although it seems like the foods change each year. So...while I was preparing for the "dreaded" exam, I started a new book. See, I am an Administrative Assistant at a college and I have to bring alot of work home with me each week. I don't get to do alot of things I "enjoy" so when I have my attacks, my 2 children have learned that this is "my time". It relaxes me. I even crochet while under attack. Of course my 16 yr old daughter and 13 yr old son are always close by to make sure I am hydrated (bring me water, etc.) and comfortable. I have to say it is difficult for them to see me like that, and they are so supportive. My daughter even knows to set the bathroom up with "my" pillows, blanket, water, and cell phone. I have been known to pass out while on the "throne". I am so grateful to have found this website. My new husband of 3 months has been so supportive and understanding. After reading Heather's intro, it's nice to know there are people who truly know the disabling affect this condition can have. Good luck to all and I plan to learn as much as I can from this website. It's funny but in the last few days I have learned more than I had ever learned from doctors in the last 14 years. All they want to do is prescribe pain relievers and muscle relaxants. Currently I am on Librax and Aciphex and Zanax. I don't like taking these medications and hope to find a way to control this with diet. I think (I know) I have found someone who can help me know.
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Angela
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