Would You Switch Your Biologic If It Was Working?...It is truly amazing how many new medications are hitting the market to treat ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn's disease. Whether they are...reactionscomments
I Broke Up With My GI: The Dos and Don'ts of Switching Doctors...Over the years, I have visited numerous doctors seeking treatment for my ulcerative colitis. Through experience, I’ve learned that not all gastroenterologists...reactionscomments
Gastroenterologist Appointment Guide for IBD Patients...I remember when my general practitioner (GP) told me that I had Crohn’s more than 3 decades ago. I will never forget...reactions4comments
A Better Colonoscopy Prep...Colonoscopies are a crucial procedure to have for anyone who has inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In my case, I was diagnosed with...reactions3comments
Air-Fried "Roasted" Potatoes...Raise your hand if you like fried food. Now raise your hand if fried food doesn't like you. If you suffer from...reactionscomments
Chrons disease but IBS symptoms??...Hi everyone, I have been diagnosed with crohns ileitis. Although everytime I go back to my gastroenterologist they keep saying my crohns...reactions2repliesDiagnosisLiving with Crohn's DiseaseTips & Advice
What is the WORST unsolicited advice you've gotten about IBD?...Everyone has an opinion when it comes to living with a chronic illness. Chances are, if you have IBD, you've gotten some...reactions27replies
"What’s Crohn's?" How I Explain My Condition to Others...After being sick for a very long time, I was finally diagnosed with Crohn’s disease back in 2009. By this point, I’d...reactions1comment
UC and Chronic Pain...As I'm sure you all know by now, ulcerative colitis (UC) symptoms can vary from person to person. Unfortunately, that's the nature...reactionscomments
how does it seem to you please...HI,Im new to this group and my 8 year old is going for colonoscopy and endoscopy in 2 weeks to confirm diagnosis...reactions3replies
Toilet Anxiety...Hi everyone I was diagnosed with crohn's disease in 2019. Over the years I realised I have developed the need to know...reactions8repliesCopingTips & AdviceTriggers
Child symptoms and how to get a diagnosis. ...Hi I’m new to the forum but am looking for help with my daughter (just turned 5). From age 3 she started...reactions1replyDiagnosisSymptomsTests
5 Things Not to Say to Someone With IBD...I'm not sure which is more infuriating, having your lab results come back completely normal when you feel like absolute death or...reactions5comments
Mild crohns but symptomatic...Hi all. Does anyone have mild crohns with inflammatory levels in normal range, but are still presenting with flare up symptoms? If...reactions2repliesSymptomsFlare-UpsLiving with Crohn's Disease
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
In 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
