I have found that the less I focus on IBS the better off I am. That sounds tough...believe me, I know, but it can be done. I have gone weeks without even thinking about it. The one thing I have done is to not focus on it by not discussing it, not coming to these boards to talk about it, not bringing it up in any way shape or form, not reading about it, etc. I only come here on occasion, and my life has gotten so much better. IBS is almost a non-issue for me at this point. The last time I had urngency was a good two months ago. The hypnosis cd's helped tremendously. I am getting ready to do another round of those, and that is the only time I truly focus on IBS. Remember, what you focus on expands, what you leave be, contracts.
I have never taken any meds for the anxiety or IBS. I refuse. I think it just makes things worse in the long run. There is a core reason that I suffer from this, and I prefer to get to the bottom of that, rather than mask my symptoms with drugs. The only drug I have used on occasion is Immodium, and only 1/2 a tablet, very seldom. Only if I am in a period of D, and need to go out. I haven't used that drug for months. I have found a way that works for me, so I hope you find a way that works for you.
Lynn
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