Does this sound like Crohn's?...Hi everyone, I have been struggling since September to get a diagnosis. So far I have been through multiple blood tests and imaging studies to determine what is going on...reactions1replySymptoms
Living with crohns and ulcerative colitis disease and colostomy bag....My name is Cassandra Jimenez. I was diagnosed with crohns and ulcerative colitis since the 5th grade. They couldn't find what was wrong with me. My father also has the...reactions2comments
Eye issues...I've has Crohn’s for 20 years I got diagnosed at 8. I noticed and doctors noticed the red irritation that goes along with the disease but the past two weeks...reactions5comments
First Thanksgiving...Sorry, this isn't about Pilgrims and Indians. It seems I have an awful sense of timing being newly diagnosed at the start of the Holidays. I am just figuring out...reactions1comment
What is going on with my son?...Hi, I need some help. I have crohns disease, had 1 resection and after 7 years it is back. I have a great GI. My question is about my son...reactions1reply
Manageable chaos...Hello all. I just wanted to share my story with you. Hopefully some can relate. Hopefully others will get hope from it. I was diagnosed when I was about 12...reactions2comments
Single & NOT Pregnant...This holiday, not only was I surrounded by my immediate family, as most are, but also by my work family. They care deeply about me and I'm grateful for that...reactions1comment
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....reactions3replies
Let's Hear It for the Caretakers...You don't need to wear a cape to be a super hero. You don't personally need to struggle with chronic illness to be a rock for someone else. But you...reactions1comment
What Can Giving Back Give You?...Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often my money or clothing or food - so that someone in...reactions1comment
How do you practice self-care during the holidays?...The holidays can be stressful for everyone and an especially difficult time for those living with IBD. What do you do to take care of yourself during the holidays?...reactions2replies
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...reactions2replies
The Big Bathroom Stall...There’s a widespread misconception about the big bathroom stall. According to my former coworker: “The big bathroom (stall) is (only) for old people.” As a young woman suffering from an...reactions2comments
Why We to Talk More About Diet and IBD...Before I begin, let me be clear about what I'm asking in today's post. I'm not going to spend the next 500 words or so telling you about a miracle diet...reactions1comment
Need advice...Hello, I got Crohns and had 5 surgeries! got 40 percent cut out of my small bowels I've lost 40 pounds over 9 months lots of going to bathroom. I...reactions1comment
Dealing with Crohn's...I was diagnosed almost 2 years ago with having Crohn's disease. This was after a flare up that left me pretty much bedridden for 3 weeks. After my diagnosis and...reactions5comments
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...reactions7replies
