nothing helps but to know that others are in the same boat with you and that you are not alone. as futile as it often sounds talk to your doctor and demand relief! there are meds out there for you that are legal, legit and will help you everyday to simply function for a few hours like a normal human being. you deserve it! don't worry about side affects or addiction, get relief. meds are out there and will help you. you can always counteract the constpating side affects with laxatives. don't fight the drugs! take them and get relief - it's the only thing that helps me and i hope it does you as well.