My pain and constipation are chronic too, not triggered by after eating anything particular. I could eat the same food everyday and have varying amounts of pain and constipation ...food doesn't cause an immediate reaction for me. There are a lot of us who have steady, chronic pain,,,not just after eating a specific food. So, yes, you could have IBS with this type of chronic, constant pain and constipation.
My pain culprit is not clear cut...stress and anxiety, lack of sleep, heat, amount of exercise may also have some say in all this. Who knows. I just wanted to tell you that you are not alone with your particular situation.
And for me, fatigue is a symptom of IBS...are bodies get tired from dealing with chronic pain and constipation. The chronic pain is a huge stress to our bodies and wears us out...not to mentional the emotional distress that also is energy zapping. 
I'm not a good one to give you any time frame on finding relief. I've been trying for over a year and I am not having any reduction in any symptoms...in fact, I think I am worsening as my emotional state gets more worn down. As the emotions get worn down, the tummy acts up more.
You'll probably have better luck than I, though. You are taking a SFS which can help lots. I just can't tolerate them, unfortunately. 7 days is not enough time to get a good effective dose or relief from the Benefiber though. So, don't give it up...it takes a while. Good Luck! Your in the right direction!
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~ Beth
Constipation, pain prodominent,cramps, spasms and bloat!
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