No Really, I Am Sick...Having a chronic illness is hard. It's exhausting battling with my Crohn's day after day, and it's frustrating and stressful dealing with those who just don't understand or don't believe...reactions36comments
Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Pretzel Bark...'Tis the holiday season, full of fun treats and decadent desserts, many of which you may not be able to tolerate due to your dietary restrictions. Living with Crohn's, I...reactionscomments
My j pouch ...Had it for a few years now . . But since I finished work . . Am up about 5 times a night . . Not always to do a...reactions2repliesAwarenessDepression
Beef vs. Bison ...I miss beef. Chilli, steaks, stir fry and Mexican. Spaghetti with meatballs and meatloaf. Problem is, I eat it and I bleed. I thought maybe, just maybe Bison could be...reactions2repliesDiet & Nutrition
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...reactions19repliesCopingAwarenessMental Health
A Life of Crohn's...A Crohnie since age 12, now 76. Six bowel resections, eighteen other surgeries and so many procedures and hospitalizations that I can't remember them all, thank God. Bowel obstructions, abscesses...reactions3replies
Possible chrons for my 14 year old ...Hey everyone’ We’re at the very beginning of this journey, months of being told tummy bugs and IBS. Today I put my foot down with the gp and said enough...reactions2repliesDiagnosisLiving with Crohn's DiseaseTests
The Burden of Lab Work and Stool Samples...As a Crohn's patient on medications like Remicade and Azathioprine, my doctor asks that I get routine lab work done, usually every three months. I am an incredibly hard stick...reactionscomments
I need answers...I was told years ago that I have Ulcerative colitis, in September I caught COVID, and when they gave me Toradol for pain, I got a small bump on my...reactions1replyLiving with Ulcerative ColitisMental HealthSide Effects
Medications covered by Medicare/Medicare supplement ...Hello all, Just curious what medications people are using in retirement while on Medicare. I’m a UC patient since 1987 and am currently managing well with Azulfadine and Entyvio infiusions...reactions2repliesInsurance & DisabilityTreatmentCost
Having a mri of small bowl and scared of drink ...Hi I am having a small bowl mri tomorrow does anyone know what the drink is like. Is it as horrible as the colonoscopy one. I am am so scared...reactions1reply
IBD and Pancreatitis...Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It causes long-term inflammation and ulcers (sores) on the inner lining of the large intestine. The other common type of...reactions2comments
Dental implant failure...In general they have 98% success rate. Mine had to come out due to 'an infection' a few months after the difficult, and costly procedure. I've found some evidence that...reactions3repliesLiving with Ulcerative ColitisSurgerySide Effects
Prednisone Side Effects ...Does anyone have any tips for the side effects of prednisone? I am currently on 40mg, and am looking to do a faster taper because of how it is effecting...reactions1replySide Effects
Surgery for UC...Hello! I have been struggling with treatment resistent Ulcerative Colitis for the last 5 years. I have tried every medication available and failed them all. I am now looking into...reactions2repliesSurgery
Tips for Dealing with Oral Symptoms and Crohn's...Have you ever dealt with mouth sores during a Crohn's flare? Or perhaps inflamed gums? How about just overall soreness of the mouth? Teeth sensitivity to certain temperatures? If you've said yes to...reactions14comments
Any advice about post-steroid treatment?...I have recently been diagnosed with Ulcerative colitis, having lost 4 stones in weight in 8 months and having debilitating diarrhoea of up to 12 times, day or night, I...reactions2replies
Side effects of Mesalazine ...Hi, I have been living with Ulcerative Colitis for the past 10 years and was swapped to Mesalazine 3 years ago. In the past 13 months I have experienced visible...reactions3repliesSymptomsSide EffectsDiagnosis
Want to Write for Us?...Would you like to share your experience with Crohn's or ulcerative colitis and help others who are also living with the condition? We're looking to add new voices to our...reactionscomments
The Only Foods I Can Eat During A Flare...The unpredictability of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's flares can be anxiety-inducing. I would constantly ask myself, "Is it ever going to get better?" when feeling down during a UC flare...reactions19comments
