June 24, 2007
Birthday Wishes Flushed Down the Toilet
I'm 29 today. That means surviving another year living with chronic IBS. Of course, when you have IBS and chose to celebrate momentous occasions (like your last year as a 'twenty-something), you will inevitably suffer the consequences.
Lack of sleep, plenty of socializing, mixed with a healthy dose of alcohol meant that I spent Sunday afternoon in the bathroom. I always feign throwing up, but in reality I'm having another IBS episode brought on by the classic IBS trigger. This time around, nausea came along with the painful cramps as well as plenty of gas. It's never a good sign when you have to decide between throwing up and eliminating your bowels. Not to mention there is only one toilet bowl, so the decision has to be made fast.
Hours later, I went through my thoughtful gifts of clothes, purses, gift cards…. but what do I really want for my birthday? A new GI track thankyouverymuch.
Posted by Christine on June 24, 2007 10:35 PM
Hi, you might want to check out Dr. Natura (drnatura.com). It's a cleansing system that has really helped all kinds of ppl w/intestinal issues.They have a ton of testimonials that are definitely real. It's a bit expensive, but seems like you're really suffering so would probably be worth it to try...
Posted by: Maria at July 6, 2007 10:35 AM
I tried Dr. Natura and Bowtrol, both did not work for me.
Christine, I love your blog! I too am a 27 year old struggling with IBS (a recent attack today after eating red & yellow bell peppers had me searching the net for some instant relief, when I came across your blog!). Here I am, and I'm bookmarking you!!!
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thanks Tonya. its tough being any younger woman dealing with a problem that people rarely talk about.
Posted by: Tonya at September 19, 2007 10:23 AM