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Relationships and IBS. How do I explain what's wrong with me?

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singlepringle
singlepringle

Hi all,

I, as my name suggests, am single. Due to my IBS and IBS related anxiety I find it really hard to meet people. I have a fear of restaurants and eating in front of people and struggle when I am in a situation where it would be embarrassing to go to the toilet. 

I was in a long term relationship and my ex understood what was wrong with me but now I feel at a loss. I don't want to be alone but going out and panicking is crippling me. Plus, explaining to a prospective partner that I have IBS-D is a huge no no before you get to know each other. 

Does anyone else struggle with this or have any advice?

Sorry for the ramble

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    karoline78814 singlepringle

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    I joined this group because a lot of people I am friends with suffer with IBS. I was shocked to learn that 60 million people suffer with this condition in USA alone. Can anyone share why you got it and what can you do to fix it. I would like to find a cure. Any comments are welcomed as I need to understand. Thank you.
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