Hello everyone
I am new to the sight , I have been Reading here for a few months. I feel compelled to reply here due to the topics discussed. I was diagnosed with PTSD )% after Desert Storm. And had a number of other problems as well. One being IBS, I have suffered since 1991 with the issues and until I recieved info that IBS was now presumptive I did not bother with the VA. I filed for sewrvice connection for IBS last Aug. This brings me to the nuts and bolts of my post. Do not allow the IBS to remain untreated as I did. I developed Diverticulosis in 2008, and had many bouts with Diverticulitis until last Sept when I had to have almost two feet of my colon removed. I do not know if this could have been prevented but I did file the condition secondary to IBS. Also in Jan the docs figured out I had a non functioning gall bladder as well and another operation. Now I sit waiting on the VA process for my claim.
I am unable to work Due to the IBS and PTSD with severe depression and anxiety. All I can say is do not take IBS lightly it developes into worse conditions as time passes. Continious pain now yearly colonscopy now. 65 pound weight loss after surgery. Not trying to scare anyone just information to not be bullheaded like I was.