The Curious Housewife

This looks like an artistic display doesn't it? Well, except for the outlet on the right. I haven't written a post in awhile and one of the reasons has to do with the above photo. To say that I have been preoccupied with all things bathroom related would be a real understatement. If you are squeamish about this sort of thing (poop talk), well, too bad. The post is really about my experience with OTC (over the counter) drugs and not entirely about poop. Just to give a little background, I was newly diagnosed with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) earlier this year.  (For those not familiar, IBS is a  disruptive  condition, causing diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain. It makes it nearly impossible to be regular in your toilet habits in any meaningful way. The condition is chronic and takes a real emotional and physical toll.) My problems have been ongoing, however, and came to a head about two years ago. (Although in retrospect, I have likely had problems like...