Should I get a colonoscopy?Six years ago I had chronic perianal abscesses for two years, during the last 6 months of that time I had diarrhea 10 + times a day. Had a colonoscopy...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 replies
Seeking alternative treatments for mild colitisI have been prescribed Imuran for colitis. I have taken asacol and other milder meds but have had a severe allergic reaction to them. I was advised last Aug to...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 replies
Symptoms of an intestinal/bowel stricture?Hey all, I've just joined this forum today and looking for some info... I've had crohns for 3 years now and recently been having some complications.. Before I explain what...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesSymptoms
Do you feel bad even in “clinical remission”?My gastro says I am in clinical remission based on my last colonoscopy. I still feel tired. I still cramp and have urgency. My joints hurt. Anyone else?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
What is the difference between mild, moderate, and severe Crohn's?I hear people talking about the severity of their crohn's disease - but how do you know which one you have?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Why do meds go straight through when taken right after eating?They are there in the toilet floating. And yes some foods I eat seem to go straight through quite fast with 15 to 30 minutes. Proof is corn is easy...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
How do you cope on the tough days?Some days with IBD are okay and some are awful. Does anyone have advice on getting through the awful days?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
Do my symptoms sound like Crohn's Disease?Hi Everyone! I have yet to be diagnosed with anything specifically but am in the process of getting one. About 6 months ago I started experiencing my first (what I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
New medicine for CD?Since I've tried every medicine and nothing has put me into remission for very long, my doctor at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville is seeking approval for a "new med"...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies