Since I joined this BB I have read about other people's problems & symptoms... this makes me feel like in certain situations (not all)that I am not alone... I think this is what a BB such as this is supposed to do... It is supposed support, encourage and sometimes put you at ease when something is bothering you pertaining to IBS. All of us should see a doctor and have a proper diagnosis about IBS however the support network is what is important to me. I check in with this BB every day and every day I learn something new and see someone's else perspective about life and IBS... I really enjoy this BB and it is of great help to me, especially if you do not have friends or family who suffer from IBS.Jaantje