Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | I know just how that feels

Oh you poor thing. I've had similar experiences, being trapped in the bathroom and having a student come in after me to check if I was OK. Not my finest moment!

I know it's hard not to feel guilty, but it's not your fault. {{{HUGS}}} Our bodies hold us hostage at the most inopportune times! No one holds against you. They understand that if you had to leave it must have been Really Bad.

I taught college English for 2 years and I know how hard the classroom setting is on IBS. No one realizes how hard it is to perform before a packed class (I compare it to acting in 4 sold out shows a day-- every day!).

Let Imodium be your new best friend. It will cut down on the duration and severity of your D attacks. I take 8+ a day as preventatives and it works wonders. Start in the morning right when you wake up (I take 2). Then I take them before I put anything in my mouth, including drinks.

Best of luck to you, and post back! I want to hear how your next class goes. What are you teaching this semester?

~nelly~

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