Gayle just want to offer you my support, and hope that all goes well for you.

As a fellow IBS sufferer, have you heard of a medication called gastro-soothe, it is for IBS, and can be bought over the counter, i was given it on prescription by my doctor, it may have a different name over there though, i always take it when traveling and it works, don't know if it is a mind over matter thing or not, but don't care it does the job, i am not worried about traveling when i take it, and so the vicious cycle does not begin.

Also since i have been on a low fat diet most of the time,my episodes are almost nil, only when i break free from the low fat and have some nawtee times, so something to consider.

Again best of luck with your difficult situation, just remember you have done nothing wrong, and be strong and confident, i wish you well.