Hospital stays...So, I'm back in the hospital.... Last week, I start to notice that my output is slowing down. Meaning I wasn't pooping out what I was taking in. 4 days...reactions9replies
Boursin Cheese Pasta...When people ask me what's my favorite food group, my honest answer would be "pasta." I know that as a health coach, I am supposed to say fruits or vegetables...reactionscomments
Looking for Advice...Hi I’m seeking some advice from individuals who understand it. I’m 21 and I’ve been getting stomach pains and bowel issues for years as well as joint pains. Around 2...reactions2repliesTips & Advice
How do you prepare for a doctor's visit?...Whether it's writing down questions and concerns or simply managing your nerves, preparing for your doctor's visit is helpful both for you and your healthcare team. Share how you prepare...reactionsrepliesHealthcare TeamTips & Advice
Ibd possibly ...Hi all, A year ago I was told I had mild gastritis. 4 months ago doctors thought I had a stroke and put me on a load of medication which...reactions3replies
Queasy Does It: Dealing With IBD Nausea...Nausea is a symptom that is all too common for those with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Unfortunately it comes with the diagnosis and must be dealt with regularly. For me...reactions17comments
Almond Butter-Stuffed Dates...When I think of the perfect snack, it requires 4 things: sweet, portable, nutritious, and won't weigh me down. These almond butter stuffed dates check all of those boxes, and an...reactionscomments
dental implant...Has anyone experienced a failure of dental implant ? I have and after a bit of research it seems there might be a connection with the failure and being on...reactions1reply
Crohn’s...Does anyone have constant uncontrollable diarrhea and blood in stool. It’s been almost 5 weeks now. Put on prednisone but doesn’t seem to help....reactions1replyCopingFlare-Ups
Ibd flare up ...Hello everyone , Would greatly appreciate some advice with ibd flare up , I was diagnosed with ibd in April after a colonoscopy, since I have had 2 flare ups...reactions4repliesFlare-Ups
Putting on My "I'm Not Sick" Face...During the early years of my ulcerative colitis diagnosis, I used to go about my days wearing a mask. Not a surgical-style mask like many of us have worn throughout...reactions7comments
how do you deal with the pain of Erithema Nodosum ...Hi I have been diagnosed with Crohn's disease for about 7 months. I am not a young person but in my early fifties ( well still consider myself young) I...reactions6repliesLiving with Crohn's Disease
What Women Don't Share About Crohn's...I am a huge advocate of speaking about my disease. Since being diagnosed in 2009, I have shared my high and low points, the several medications I have tried that have...reactionscomments
Here's My Flare Action Plan...In my experience, ulcerative colitis flares happen at the worst possible moment. In those times, I'm not able to think as clearly or react as well as I'd like, which...reactions5comments
Lucky Girl!...I have been reading others’ accounts about their Crohn's experiences, and I feel lucky on so many levels. Six years ago my diagnosis was irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), then a...reactions2comments
What Will My UC Be Like on My Wedding Day?...There I was, my hair curled, my make-up done, smiling brightly as my mom and future mother-in-law zipped up my dress. My bridal party cheered and held up their glasses...reactions3comments
Radience...I have struggled with symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) for 45+ years. For most of that time, I was told it was irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and related to...reactions2comments
Crohn’s Disease...Hi, my name is Lori, and I’ve had Crohn’s disease since the 80s. In 2001 I had to have a ileostomy because my large intestines were critical and covered with...reactionscomments
Sh!t Storm ;-)...My daughter was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) when she was 16. I still don't know why she tried to keep it from me. Her teachers and counselors would say...reactions4comments
My Crohn’s & New IDB Symptoms ...I’ve had Crohn’s since 2007. I was hospitalized for the first time this May for a week. Since then I started Entyvio infusions (years ago I was on Humira for...reactions11replies
