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Hi Bev,
I'm so sorry it took me so long to respond... I was so upset about it all that I decided to take a long sleep and the next day my body felt so bad bcos of all the stress. I felt so dizzy and ill at work.
Thank you so much for your concern and response! It makes me feel better to know that I can come her for support:)
You are right... they are uninformed and I must take on a responsibility to educate them about this. My Dad was like "I'm really worried about you..." I don't know what to say to him when he says that. Sometimes, I feel like this is my own battle & I am scared for their reaction once I do give them the brochure. I am scared that they still might not understand even though they have seen me ill. I was diagnosed 3 years ago. But coming onto this board has been a blessing for me bcos I have become more educated here. My doctors are not as informed about IBS. My 1st doctor told me to drink prune juice & eat bran muffins. The doctor that I was seeing just sat there while I was upset, and at each visit prescribed Immodium and medicine for gas and another one for D. I felt like I was going no where. I'm not sure if they want to go on this website... I read them info. from the website, but they are quite when I do say something about others going thru the same thing I go thru.
I am in my early 20's and am working and in college. You know my dream is to be independant. I liked shows and movies where you see the character independant and going after their dream. I want to be able to do that too. But its hard for me to hold a full-time job with my IBS. Also, I have a responsiblity at home with a family member who I support. She needs me. Your advice & support has helped me a lot. I thank everyone here!!!:) It means a lot to me to be able to come here for advice, or to take my mind off of things. "Their frustration is better than your sickness." I must realize that I have to let certain things go, and take care of myself better. Everyone will have their own opinions, but if I am not well-- then I can't enjoy life. I will take your advice & print out the information for them. I know its probably hard on them as it is on a person who has IBS. I hope it goes well & Thank you! Take care & Have a great holiday weekend.
sincerely, lilybear

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