I know a lot of us suffer from this horrible syndrome. My question is, how long does each bout last for you all and do you get symptoms all day every day?

My 1st bout seemed to last for a couple of months and one earlier this year did too. I am 11 days in to my most recent one and have stomach cramps for most of the day. It can be under my ribs, across my belly or lower down. At the moment, it is across my belly - just cramps and aches. I feel bloated too. Last week, I had diarrhea, this week it seems more normal but straining more (sorry TMI) and feeling that I haven't finished!!

Let me know your experiences please.