Help at breaking point...Hi long post im afraid. The last 2-3 years suffered from alternate constipation and diarrhea. Stomach pain and cramp mostly left hand...reactions2repliesDiagnosisMental HealthCoping
Crohn's Is A Funny Disease, Right?...I've had Crohn's disease for 64 years (and counting). A while back, I wrote a book about my journey called Crohn's Is...reactions1replyLiving with Crohn's DiseaseCopingHealthcare Team
Crohn's Symptoms That Seem Unbelievable...I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease back in 2011. It has been 12 years dealing with this diagnosis and I always found it...reactions10comments
Active 8 days agoIn America survey: Help others understand the impact of living with IBD...The In America survey is now closed We are fielding our annual In America survey to understand better the patient experience and...reactions18repliesAwareness
Childhood Trauma and IBD: Is There a Connection?..."What causes ulcerative colitis?" This question is most often asked when I explain my inflammatory bowel disease. Although no one can pinpoint...reactions9comments
Banatrol, a first line defence?...Very conservative foods, applesauce, cream of rice fortified with minerals and vitamins, mashed potatoes, oat milk. Diagnosed with ulcerative colitis via colonoscopy...reactions2repliesDiet & NutritionLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
Had a bowel resection 3 years ago? Now bowel twisting and pain in resection join? ...Hey- can I please get some advise A few days ago I was bending over cleaning well scrubbing the sofa and I...reactions6repliesLiving with Crohn's Disease
Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?...Remember when we were in college or just starting out in our career and people would ask, "Where do you see yourself...reactions1comment
Anyone with a similar expirence?...Couple weeks ago I went to the ER because of a bloody BM. They did blood work which was normal and a...reactions1replyTips & AdviceSymptoms
Possible Silent IBD???...Hi, I'm new to this forum and immensely frustrated with my condition and hoping that someone could please, please help. Unfortunately in...reactions8repliesLiving with Ulcerative ColitisHealthcare TeamSymptoms
On the road to a diagnosis ...Hi everyone, I'm new here and was just looking for a place to connect with other people and their experiences. I have...reactions6repliesDiagnosisCopingDepression
Need Tips on coping with flare ups ...New here and have no idea where to start. I’ve been trying to relax and a heating pad is kind of helping...reactions3repliesTips & AdviceTreatmentFlare-Ups
What Is "Step Therapy"?: The Impact of Insurance on Our Treatment Decisions...My ulcerative colitis symptoms have mostly been controlled by 5-ASA medications. These medications help manage my symptoms, averting the increased urgency or...reactionscomments
New here- ER visit diagnosed with colitis - lots of questions need answers! ...So all my life I had an achy gnawing pain on my right side of my abdomen. Doctors never believed me or...reactions3replies
What are your thoughts on biologics?...Biologics are one type of treatment for IBD that help reduce inflammation. Answer any of the prompts below that apply to you...reactions36repliesTreatmentSide Effects
The Extreme IBD Fatigue That Comes With a Holiday Hangover...Oh, the joy of the festive season! Honestly, I do love it, but at the same time, wow... This year truly wore...reactions1comment
New here...Hi, I recently had an endoscopy my fourth one since 2019. This time they examined the small bowel, which confirmed Crohn's. I've...reactions29replies
Pulling Yourself Out of the Lowest of Lows...It's hard to have a good day when every day seems like the worst. Experiencing repeated Crohn's or ulcerative colitis flares can...reactions9comments
Ibd...Hi , 17yrs ago I was admitted to hospital with a small bowel blockage , the blockage cleared itself within a few...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
