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Amber’s Personal Story: IBS – three letters that used to control my life. Through her blog, Eats and Exercise by Amber, and by becoming the
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Amber’s Personal Story: IBS – three letters that used to control my life. Through her blog, Eats and Exercise by Amber, and by becoming the
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Dina’s Personal Story- A Long Diagnosis Journey I had an ulcer when I was 7 years old. My first experience with internal problems. In my
Phyllis’ Personal Story- Risks of taking Reglan Long Term I have had gastroparesis since 2008. I am dealing with the symptoms quite well currently. However,
Anonymous Personal Story- A Low-Carb Diet Worked For Me IBS-C started in the summer of 1975 and I was hospitalized for 3 days in which
I’ve had IBS-D for over 20years now and have learned that anything high in fiber, fast food, prepackaged foods, alcohol and even milks will keep
I am a 51 year old woman. As a child (think 3 grade or so), I had constant constipation. Eventually, after a few years, it
Thank you to everyone who was willing to share their storiy. They gave me the courage to contribute here. I am a 46 year old
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