It landed me in the ER several times a semester in college. Also a bunch of times early in our marriage. It took an 8 year hiatus, then a 15 year hiatus. Propulsid gave me my life back last time, but it is off the market now. I think this time it was a combination of stress at work and with teenagers at home, lack of regular exercise because of the surgery on my legs, and not being as careful as I could be about meals and mealtime.

I'm being proactive with Iberogast, digestive enzymes and probiotics, and small meals, early in the day. I've gradually been reintroducing whole foods and fiber back into my diet. I've regained about 2 lbs. I hate it when people think I'm anorexic. I'm 5'8" and about 125 lbs, so I can't afford to lose much more weight. The no-fiber recommended diet makes me miserable and tired. It hasn't been as vicious this time as it has in the past, maybe because I didn't let it really take hold. I'm just sorry to have to deal with this again. Thanks for the kind words. Just being able to vent and receive support means so much!

Deb