Jason, I want to give you a hug here.
There are answers to everything and it often can take a little time, though not always very long.
Can you seek a good gastroenterologist in your area? I actually see a great nurse practitioner in my local area who knows TONS about IBS. She has been such a blessing to me.
I have at times dropped as much as 16 pounds when under stress, only to have it come back again when I was relaxed and could eat healthy. Some of us don't want to eat when under stress (drop weight), while others can't stop eating when under stress (gain weight). Seemingly this is the nature of the mind-gut connection that is somewhat askew for all of us.
You CAN get a grip if you give yourself some time. Do not attempt to self-diagnose yourself. Forget reading all of the technical information and trying to figure that all out.
Take your attention to things you enjoy doing even if in small doses (moderation). Your appetite will return. I personally like warm chicken broth when I cannot eat much solid food, though I continue to add cooked rice and seasoning into this until I feel totally hungry for some 'real food'.
If you can relax, you will be able to stabilize your mind-body connection and your weight will return to normal.
For me personally, I have found that my symptoms do not depend so much on what I eat but rather the quantity and timing of intake (small portions), and for sure I need to feel relaxed when I eat.
Having friends and support systems are so very important to overall health!
My best to you, and do keep posting!
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Senior female, IBS-D, presently stable thanks to Heather & Staff
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