Newbie looking for general advice and support Hi all After having an endoscopy/colonoscopy/biopsies/stool tests and blood tests I have been diagnosed with Gastritis & Crohn's dz after years of stomach upset but most recently a 12 week...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesCoping
Expectations - Yours & OthersIn the attempt to reduce my roller coaster moods with diagnosed Major Depression and Chronic Anxiety, I finally realized that I caused my own frustrations by attempting too many social...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesAwarenessCopingDepression
What 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...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesCopingAwarenessMental Health
RelationshipsWhat do you do when your significant other declares that they can't deal with you being sick? I've been on humira shot once a week, for several months now, and...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesCoping
Does anyone else experience extreme joint and muscle pain?I am 1 year and 18 days into the correct diagnosis of Crohn's. I've had 5 bowel obstructions and 6 weeks ago bowel resection. I take Remicade infusions every 8...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesCoping
Crohn’sDoes anyone have constant uncontrollable diarrhea and blood in stool. It’s been almost 5 weeks now. Put on prednisone but doesn’t seem to help....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesCopingFlare-Ups
Ulcerative colitisHi everyone ! I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis two years ago . I have inflammation in my small intestine 10 cm at the end of intestine. I had condtipation...Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 repliesCopingDiet & NutritionDiagnosis
InflectraHello, Is there anyone who has gotten worse after starting infusions? I’ve had UC since 2015. Initially I was told it was proctitis, then left sided colitis, now after my...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesCoping
Anyone had a panproctocolectomy?Had it in March. Having the rectal wound re-opened as its healing wrong. Anyone know approx healing time? Been housebound since end of February. Crohns has returned too presenting via...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesLesser Known SymptomsCopingSurgery
Struggling after colonoscopy results.Hello forum, first-time poster here. I just got my colonoscopy results and I'm at a loss. I'm hoping to get some advice from others who have been on the frustrating...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesDiagnosisCopingDepression