I don't take abs or bbs, only inhalers for asthma and HRT. I've had IBS since I was 14 following gastroenteritis at a time of trauma, which is recognised as a trigger, though why is not understood. My GP was concerned when I had severe food poisoning, but I didn't have worsening symptoms probably because I am not depressed, stressed or anxious. With the onset of menopause, as many have found, the symptoms worsened. About 4 years ago, I started having the symptom of incomplete evacuation, so was referred for a colonoscopy, but all was fine. Then last year, it was found that I had a prolapse and rectocele, so we made the assumption that was the cause, as it often is, but unfortunately the problem persists. The MRI may or may not show something. We'll see. As for my diet, I am very aware what I can and cannot eat. I've had a lot of support in that area, particularly when I developed intolerances. Why I sought help last year is because the problem was there, despite having softer stools. It feels like there is an obstruction, though that may be just a sensation. Whatever, it isn't stopping me do things and I'm not stressing. I just say I'm having IBS issues, then people are understanding.