Oh thankyou for sharing. I knew I couldn't be the only one with this condition. I also don't eat any nuts, seeds, vegetable...except potato. I am allowed tomato, cucumber & zucchini, but they have to be skinned & deserved. I find I can do without them as it gets very monotonous. Can't go to a restaurant for dinner with family . I have minced chicken & beef that I mince myself after removing all chicken membranes. I am terrified of eating. My Gastroenterologist says I have PTSD of foods. If only he went through this pain he would understand.I weigh myself every Friday for a diary I keep for my Dietician. They are very concerned about my weight but it's hard to increase. Thankyou again for your comments as I can finally talk to someone as I think my family get frustrated with it all. I am similar to you in regards to hospitalization & to try an avoid it I take stool softener when I start to feel uncomfortable. But doesn't always work & end up at ER with a ng tube. I hope you live the rest of your life pain free & comfortable.