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My GI doctor admits that I am definitely lactose intolerant (I think I am flat allergic to milk because lactose free milk products still trigger my IBS) but he adhers to the same theory as your doctor. IT IS BUNK!!!!!! I have attacks when I am under stress and when I am not. I can always trace them to food issues. I can't cheat on the diet without paying to price. Last weekend my husband was complaining and complaining about chicken all the time (he won't eat fish at all). I fixed him chili and it smelled so good and looked so good I ate about 1/4 cup with french bread. Next day (Sunday) when I was home relaxing without any stress at all I got hit with a major attack. Felt like someone had sucker punched me in the gut and I made three trips to the bathroom before the pain eased up. My left side cramped most of the night and I woke up very tired after 8 hours of sleep. I made it through the day today and am gaining strength eating potatoes, rice and a little chicken and drinking hot tea with acacia. I have had accupuncture--it made it worse--lots worse. I would have an attack after almost every session. I've not tried hypnotherapy but I may. I am doing yoga to relax and have found it very helpful. I truly disagree with your doctor and with mine.

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IBS-D, Gas & Bloating

Barbara50

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