Hello, NauseaWhile most of us associate IBS with the predominant symptoms of either (or both) constipation and diarrhea, nausea can also be a...reactionscomments
The Eightfold Path: Right EffortA little Eastern wisdom today, boys and girls. I thought I would share some of what is referred to as the Noble...reactions2comments
I’m Tired of Taking Medication!I have lived with IBS for over 7 years now, and the first half of my journey consisted of nothing but the...reactionscomments
First 3 Steps in IBS TreatmentWhen you first get diagnosed with IBS it can be overwhelming. What does it mean? How can I fix it? Then you...reactionscomments
How Much Do You Trust Yourself?Dealing with IBS and its multiplicity of corresponding troubles can be extraordinarily overwhelming. We know that the right thing to do is...reactionscomments
The Empty Consultation RoomI wasn’t diagnosed with IBS-M until 2011, because up until then, my symptoms were manageable. My pain seemed to be controlled by...reactions2comments
I am a Parent and I Have IBSI don’t think I really thought that my IBS would have a direct affect on my kids. Some of you with kids...reactions3comments
Lack of Sleep“I.B.S.” should stand for ‘I be stressed’ because I am definitely stressed out a lot due to it. There are many aspects...reactionscomments
Recovering From the Crawfish BoilRecently, I went on vacation this year to New Orleans, Louisiana. I have in-laws who live there, so my wife and I...reactions2comments
Preparing for an All-Day Catered EventAll day events can strike fear in the heart of many people with IBS, especially if you’ll be sitting in a room...reactionscomments
Guilt vs. EntitlementWhen is it OK to feel guilty as opposed to entitled, or vice versa, when you suffer from a chronic illness? There...reactionscomments
What’s the Link Between Lower Back Pain and IBS?Back pain is one of the most common complaints people have, regardless of what other conditions they might also have. The Mayo...reactions39comments
8 Tips for Dealing with Abdominal PainEveryone who has IBS experiences abdominal pain, because it’s one of the diagnostic criteria for IBS. This means that the one thing...reactions2comments
The Addictive Personality and IBSSo, so many things to consider and manage while we are living with IBS. I believe many of us try to do...reactionscomments
What I've Discovered About ExerciseFirstly, I will say, that there will be no mind altering, earth shattering revelations made about exercise in this article. So don’t...reactionscomments
The Perfect VacationAs an IBS sufferer, traveling and going on vacation can sometimes be a nightmare. Whether I’m traveling by plane, car, bus, or...reactionscomments
Alone with IBSI recently wrote an article titled, ‘Do You Ever Feel Alone: Even When You’re Not.’ This piece focused on the feelings of...reactionscomments
Dear Wife of an IBS Sufferer…To the Love of my Life, I love you dearly and I wouldn’t want to maneuver through this life without you. Before...reactionscomments
Stages of Change: MaintenanceWe have come to the fifth and final part of the 'Stages of Change' series. Please see my other articles regarding the Stages of...reactionscomments
Finding the Humor: Dealing with IBS and PainAs some of you may or may not know, I create cartoons for IrritableBowelSyndrome.net called IBSgirl that portray funny, awkward and annoying...reactions1comment
