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By ars12

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I was diagnosed with IBS in 2011. One year before I graduated college. I had no clue what toll this diagnosis would have on my relatively young life. I have seen many doctors, missed work, and missed major family events due to IBS. I have had to endure physical pain but also mental anguish that I have no idea when I may have a flare. Also, knowing that people in my “village” believe I am not dependable for something I can not control!

8 years later I have gained a new sense of self and I have started accepting the fact that I have done nothing wrong to deserve this and it is not my fault! If anyone believes I am faking and putting on for attention I have developed a new attitude! This new attitude comes with a mission statement: I will have to use the restroom either that will be in the comfort of my home or in the restroom in the space we share. Either way, I will have to go and it is up to you in which capacity you would like to share in my IBS experience!

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