No Popcorn at the Movies...In the years since I first started showing symptoms of Crohn’s disease, there have been about a million dietary changes I’ve made. I try to reduce the impact of the...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Recently Started Humira...Hi! I recently started Humira (as my first biologic) and am curious about others’ side effects. I’ve only been on it for just over 2 weeks (started with 2 80mg...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSide EffectsTreatment
Oregano oil...Has anyone used oregano oil to treat their UC? If so, is there a specific brand that is better than others?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiet & Nutrition
My IBD Journey...I had been with my partner for six months when I started experiencing symptoms in 2020. At first, I thought it was constipation and didn’t really think anything of it...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Newly 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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiagnosis
Med concerns...So 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
IBD Bathroom Boredom Buster Giveaway...Let’s face it – when you live with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), you probably spend more time on the porcelain throne than you’d like. That's why we’re hosting our Bathroom...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Intermittent pale grey stools...Having intermittent grey pale stools? Causes?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
Biopsy results - what is well healed chronic inactive colitis cannot be ruled out means...I have been on UC medication for the past 3 years and 6 months (using both oral and suppository). When I had a colonoscopy in 2022, I had active colitis...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiagnosisTests
Tips on Colonoscopy Prep Foods: Beyond Jell-O and Gatorade...Ah, colonoscopy prep. The mere mention of it probably makes you want to run and hide. Trust me, I've been there more times than I care to count. But here's...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
App for managing Crohn’s ... need your thoughts!...I’m a longtime member of the chronic illness crew—been navigating Crohn’s for almost a decade now. On top of that, some of my closest friends deal with things like IBS...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiet & NutritionCopingLiving with Crohn's Disease
What it Truly Feels Like Living with Crohn's Disease...There is a lot of information on this site regarding Crohn's disease. Some articles are informational regarding specific symptoms such as diarrhea, joint pain, or mouth sores. Others offer inspirational advice on...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
We Are Family: The Benefits of Community When Dealing with IBD...Living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can make a person feel alone and trapped inside their own dysfunctional body. The emotional toll of my own colitis struggle overwhelmed me...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Helps with husbands suspected ibd...Hi all I’m a first time poster I need some advice so my husband has been having bowel issues for about 2 months now it started off with little bleeding...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiagnosisCopingFlare-Ups
I'm In Remission! Now What?...When my gastroenterologist finally said the words, “you’re in deep remission” I could have burst into tears. After years of riding the remission-flare rollercoaster, trying what felt like every medication...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Handicap Parking Decal...I drive for parking lot for serval minutes for closes opening to the door whether I am pickup something quickly or need to do a regular shopping trip. Ordering ahead...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesLiving with Crohn's DiseaseInsurance & DisabilityTips & Advice
Healing Anal Fissures...After living with Crohn's disease for almost 15 years, I have finally experienced my first anal fissure. If you are unfamiliar with anal fissures, an "acute anal fissure looks like a...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
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how do you find a nutrition specialist for Colitis?...I live on the southcoast of MA and I want to see if I can control my colitis with a fodmap diet but I cannot find a nutritionist who specializes...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiet & Nutrition
