FeaturedTrying to Find a DiagnosisTrying to find a diagnosis. One Sunday in August of 2022 I felt constipated and then became so nauseous that I started vomiting. I started to sweat profusely. After 8...Reactions0reactionsComments11 replies
FeaturedActive 3 days agoNewbie looking for help.Hi.. I'm a first time poster. And to be honest I'm not certain I have IBD. I've had distended intestines off and on for many years, that were not much...Reactions0reactionsComments29 repliesFlare-UpsDiagnosisSymptoms
Active yesterdayWhat are some ways you relieve your boredom while relieving yourself?Let’s face it, living with IBD means we’ve all become a little too familiar with the porcelain throne. But hey, why not make the most of it? Do you play...Reactions0reactionsComments47 repliesCopingTips & Advice
Active yesterdayNew hereHi, I recently had an endoscopy my fourth one since 2019. This time they examined the small bowel, which confirmed Crohn's. I've been put on antibiotics for two weeks, I've...Reactions0reactionsComments11 replies
Active yesterdayWeakness and fatigue I get really bad weakness throughout my body and sometimes I struggle to stand for long periods at a time. Sometimes even just a few minutes I find difficult. I...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Active yesterdayNewly diagnosed with Crohn's So after a long battle to get any help I was finally admitted to hospital to find out I have Crohn's was in hospital for a week on intravenous steroids...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesDiagnosis
Active 2 days agoMed concernsSo I'm newly diagnosed and have been on mezalamine and Hydrocortisone enemas. Doc suggested version but potential side effects are too risky imo. Stelara is the next suggestion. Anyone have...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Active 3 days agoLooking for low residue diet recipesBowel perforation 12 years ago. Told to eat normally so I've since eaten a very healthy diet. Have had a colostomy since. I have had several extremely painful blockages. Have...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
Active 6 days agoWhat are your go-to "safe" food ideas?We know everyone is different when it comes to IBD and diet, but it might be helpful to hear what helps others! What are some of your go-to "safe foods" that...Reactions0reactionsComments55 repliesDiet & Nutrition
Active 6 days agoWhat brings you gratitude amidst IBD?Living with IBD presents its unique set of challenges, but with the holiday season upon us, let's share our moments of gratitude. Whether big or small, these moments can serve...Reactions0reactionsComments19 repliesCopingAwarenessMental Health
Active 6 days agoIntermittent pale grey stoolsHaving intermittent grey pale stools? Causes?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms