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  1. Leaky Gas (LG) / Incontinence / Odor
    I don't know where to work since i have gas all the time. (had this problem since 11) Do you think that it is okay to work in a canteen? How do you think people will react (will people get angry)? Would you work in such a place if you had the same issues? Any tips for where I can work?
  2. Leaky Gas (LG) / Incontinence / Odor
    Guys, Id like to know how you explain to your new employer your gaps of unemployment. I have left several jobs in the past and it is always my problem how to address it since Im not supposed to mention an illness during my new job interview. Do you guys perhaps lie about your dates of...
  3. General Discussion
    I am a 24 year-old female with IBS-D. I have had persistent stomach pain for about a year now. I have tried lots of different medications. Some work for a little and then stop. Right now I am on Lotronex and am hoping that helps. How do people cope with persistent stomach pain, both physically...
  4. IBS Diarrhea (IBS-D)
    I was wondering if you can tell me what are the best jobs to have when you have ibs d. As for myself, Ive worked in advertising and public relations for year. I remember traveling for work for several years and it was awful waiting in line at the airport lines, standing in the aisle to use the...
  5. IBS Constipation (IBS-C) and Chronic Constipation
    I'm an engineer and developed IBS-C about two years ago. My job is really demanding, so naturally I'm stressed a lot. Additionally, I sit at a desk all day staring at a computer which can effect my digestion between the sitting, boredom, and the stress. I'm considering a career change to...
  6. Working and Careers
    A regular 9-5 job is not possible with my uncontrolled IBS. Is there any legitimate "work from home" job that can be a full means of support? I would like to take home at least $800-1000 a month. From one job or possibly 2 or 3 combined. Something other than a telemarketer, phone support...
  7. Your Story
    Hello everyone, Thank you for stopping by. I am having a difficult time coping with my IBS at work. My coworkers get upset when I have leaky uncontrollable gas. There is nothing I can do about the gas. I attempted to talk to them about my food allergies and what my doctor recommended to resolve...
  8. IBS Diarrhea (IBS-D)
    I'm 20 and work Nights and suffer badly with IBS-D. I've had it under control by taking imodium every other day but tonight I was told to go home as I had to keep running to the toilet and had serious pain. I ended up in tears as I was so embarrassed and told my Team leader that I suffer with...
  9. General Discussion
    I'm struggling to cope on a daily basis; I'm worried about my job and my relationship. I've been recently diagnosed with IBS and currently trying different treatments to cope with my illness. It's been a long road. It took 2 years before my GP referred me to a specialist. I've been having...
  10. Working and Careers
    Hello Blog, Its been a while but I just needed somewhere to vent and get some help. I have been working remotely (Instructional Design aka Help Instructors Create Online Courses) due to terrible stomach pain and constant bathroom issues. I am essentially house ridden but can go to the store or...
  11. Working and Careers
    Hey All, I need some advice as I find myself in a predicament. I started my current job three years ago before my IBS kicked in. Within six months I was having chronic stomach issues (pain, cramps, etc). Tests ruled out IBD, celiacs, and many others so I was slapped with the IBS diagnosis. I...
  12. Young Adult's Issues
    Since early 2014, I have been battling with severe diarrhea to the point of developing hemorrhoids from being on the toilet so often and for so long. I actually got excited having a solid bowel movement from basically living off Pepto Bismol, So happy to have relief I didn't mind that the Pepto...
  13. Young Adult's Issues
    How does everyone go keeping a job. I have ibs a but need sick days due to feeling crap. I dont have sick days left and worry about getting fired on a daily basis if i need to go home. Does anyone else have work problems. I need to work to pay for things so not working isnt an option
  14. New Member Introductions
    Hi. I spent some time looking around this site, reading some articles, and I'm hoping someone here will be able to help me. I have been diagnosed with IBS. Years ago, when I was a teenager, I had either mixed or D dominant. I was not officially diagnosed due to not having health insurance, but I...
  15. Your Story
    Okay so this is my first time on this website so I apologize if a story like this has already been posted. But I just really need help or understanding. I'm 17 years old, and my grandma died last month, with that, my Ibs began. But with that I've also had to add on school, work, trying to find...
  16. IBS Diarrhea (IBS-D)
    How do you all deal with diarrhea at the work place? Do you tell your boss? Coworker? HR? What excuses have you made to go to the bathroom when it's urgent? I once worked in an office where the whole floor (about 50+ people per floor) had only 4 single bathrooms to share (unisex stall) and to...
  17. Working and Careers
    I have struggled to maintain a job for over 20 years. Even when I pushed myself to go to work, and took pain killers to get me through the day, I would still always require a sick day every one to two weeks. It made me unreliable in my employers eyes so eventually my hours would be cut and given...
  18. Your Story
    Today is Sunday, yes Sunday, November ?, 2013, three days away from a formal luncheon I am supposed to attend so that would make it the 17th. I won't be attending this year unfortunately. I have what they refer to as IBS. I guess it's what they call something that they don't actually have a...
  19. Young Adult's Issues
    I'm 21 years old and newly diagnosed with IBS. (At least that's what my doctors think it is) When I was 14 I was diagnosed with chronic fatigue and migraines as well as depression and anxiety. These things alone made going to school and work extremely difficult for me. I had to be homeschooled...
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