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Try to find a way to tell your boss about it. Most people understand because its something you cant really help. I didnt tell my boss and when I had an attack, they ask me why I didnt tell them in the beginning. They were very understanding- I've only met two people in my life that didnt understand my ibs.

Also, keep lots of tea packets in your desk- I have peppermint, fennel, and jasmine tea. If you start to feel badly, drink some. Also take a few minutes to just breath and relax if you start to stress out.

Another lifesaver for me is having little baggies of safe snacks in my desk- like rice cakes, nilla wafers, and popcorn. I don't know what is safe for you- but having those snacks helps with keeping my stomach from becoming empty and creating a potentially horrible situation.

Goodluck on your job! Remember if you start to worry, you're not the only one!

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"Smile at someone for no reason at all, theyll think ure up to something."(IBS-A)

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