I just can't seem to stick to it...my high fiber diet. It seems that I have the most trouble on the weekends, or when there isn't some other structure in place, like work or school. So as a result, my bum has really started to itch and hurt again. I don't think i've retorn the fissure, but I need to get back on track!!! School starts tomorrow, so I am hoping that it won't be a problem. I feel like i have all these tiny little razor blades cutting me. It isn't very pleasant, and to be honest, I guess im really starting to understand that this is a life long condition, and therefore, my dedication to a high fiber diet, is going to be as well. It just sucks!!!! I guess this is just be ranting and raving, but.....still, im frustrated. I wish it would just go away.
kate

not to embarrass you kate, but are you farting by any chance?
i know that when i have gas, farting is the most irritating thing down there. farts are not my friends!!!!

Yeah, but it doesn't seem to bother me. Its the actual going to the bathroom that really seems to irritate the whole area.

Hey Kate,
Well, at least you know there is something you can do to get back on track. Sounds like you were doing pretty well until lately. When I was worried about getting enough fiber I took a great supplement called fibermucil that has soluble and insoluble fiber and acidophilis in it. It was like the holy grail for BMs for me. You can get it at www.procapslabs.com or www.hsn.com.
You could also just get some psyllium fiber caps and a separate acidophilis supplement too and try that. Or eat a big bowl of All Bran Buds every morning like I do. That really seems to help me make sure I get enough fiber in the morning. This may be overkill but I noticed a new soy milk out there that has fiber in it. Interesting!