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Biopsies

I had a colonoscopy and biopsies were taken. I was told that I do not have ulcerative colitis, but nothing was mentioned about Crohn’s disease. Would the biopsies have shown...

How can I be sure to find a good doctor?

My previous Dr. retired and went through 2, to present one. He is not helping. Now to see a specialist, you need referrals, and I'm tired of going to Dr...

Do I need a second opinion?

Hi. I saw my G.I. doctor today who said that my Crohn's is in remission! I asked him why I still have joint pain in my hands and sometimes it...

Need to talk about Crohn's disease

I'm recently diagnosed Crohn's disease. Doctors gave me Pentasa in the beginning but it suit me and I had a lot of pain in my rectum.. along with severe fatigue...

Legal liability of someone allowing you to use toilet

A Crohn's sufferer may need to use a toilet urgently. In UK, sufferers can have a card stating they have Crohn's and may need to use a toilet. I belong...

Getting back to the Gym

I haven't been to the gym in 6 or 7 months, not since I started feeling unwell really. I really need to re-build some muscle mass and lose a little...

How can I cope with the pain of IBD without constant pain medication?

Can I do anything to help the absorption process of vitamins and minerals?

I have had Crohns Disease for over 40 years. Currently I cannot absorb Magnesium, Iron and Vitamin D. Can I do anything to help in the absorption process? I do...

Colonoscopy Endoscopy Results

I have had so many Crohn's symptoms since November and it got really bad in December. As soon as my doctor did blood and fecal tests to rule out bacterial...

How do you handle holding down a job?

I would love to find a very part time job, but am terrified at the thought. I have not worked in over 10years and am now 67. Is the anxiety...

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