“Mild case” feeling alone in this whole thingI was just diagnosed with Crohn’s this year at the age of 31. I’ve had chronic constipation for as long as I can remember and other family members do to-...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Oral crohn's disease diagnosis - can swelling reduce?Hi everyone, this is my first post and i have only just joined the group. So hello to everybody. I have been diagnosed with oral crohn's and my mouth and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Any good symptom tracking apps?I've found the Gut Check and Cara apps in the iTunes store, but am wondering what the best symptom tracker app is....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Can having an appendectomy cause a lot of problems with my crohn's?I went to the ER on October 10th with a very bad flare up. (all on the left side and middle) After having cat scan the ER doctor said my...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Have you tried Gattex?Has anyone else with Crohn’s disease and shortened bowel tried Gattex? I have a rep coming to the house to talk to me about the drug today. Hoping someone else...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Blood work says I have Crohns but not biopsyI had test done in August, finally went back to dr. And he told me my biopsy looks good but blood shows crohn's. And which way SHOULD we go ?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Abscesses or sores by my stomaHi is any suffering from sores or abscesses around their stoma?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Has anyone tried Stelara for crohn's?I just did my first injection for a week ago for a severe flare I'm having right now and I'm really hoping it can put me in remission....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Is anyone on disability due to their crohns disease?I've had crohn's since 1991 and have been through so much. Surgeries, hospital stays, fistulas more surgeries. I have recurring fistulas now and cannot work. I'm told to sign up...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Should my health insurance pay for my dental work?If Crohn's Disease can effect your gums and teeth along with medications to treat CD, wouldn't it make sense that having to have permanent bridges placed, that your Healthcare Insurance...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies