The Benefits of Being a "Professional Patient"...Living with Crohn's disease since 2009 has equipped me with a special superpower I never knew I needed. After numerous hospital stays, tests, doctors appointments, and more, I would like...reactions6comments
Inflamed Bowel ...Hello first time poster here. So I ended up in ER just before Christmas with diarrhea like water and tummy pain that had been going on for a week ...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
How to Manage Horseback Riding with Crohn’s Disease...Horseback riding has been a hobby of mine since childhood. Growing up, my grandfather owned horses and I have photos of myself as a youngster on horseback. I always loved animals...reactionscomments
No Popcorn at the Movies...In the years since I first started showing symptoms of Crohn’s disease, there have been about a million dietary changes I’ve made. I try to reduce the impact of the...reactions1comment
Recently Started Humira...Hi! I recently started Humira (as my first biologic) and am curious about others’ side effects. I’ve only been on it for just over 2 weeks (started with 2 80mg...reactions1replySide EffectsTreatment
Oregano oil...Has anyone used oregano oil to treat their UC? If so, is there a specific brand that is better than others?...reactions1replyDiet & Nutrition
My IBD Journey...I had been with my partner for six months when I started experiencing symptoms in 2020. At first, I thought it was constipation and didn’t really think anything of it...reactions2comments
Newly diagnosed with Crohn's ...So after a long battle to get any help I was finally admitted to hospital to find out I have Crohn's was in hospital for a week on intravenous steroids...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
Med concerns...So I'm newly diagnosed and have been on mezalamine and Hydrocortisone enemas. Doc suggested version but potential side effects are too risky imo. Stelara is the next suggestion. Anyone have...reactions2repliesNewly Diagnosed
IBD Bathroom Boredom Buster Giveaway...This giveaway is now closed! Thanks for your interest. Let’s face it – when you live with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), you probably spend more time on the porcelain throne...reactionscomments
Intermittent pale grey stools...Having intermittent grey pale stools? Causes?...reactions1replySymptoms
Biopsy results - what is well healed chronic inactive colitis cannot be ruled out means...I have been on UC medication for the past 3 years and 6 months (using both oral and suppository). When I had a colonoscopy in 2022, I had active colitis...reactions3repliesTestsDiagnosis
Tips on Colonoscopy Prep Foods: Beyond Jell-O and Gatorade...Ah, colonoscopy prep. The mere mention of it probably makes you want to run and hide. Trust me, I've been there more times than I care to count. But here's...reactions7comments
App for managing Crohn’s ... need your thoughts!...I’m a longtime member of the chronic illness crew—been navigating Crohn’s for almost a decade now. On top of that, some of my closest friends deal with things like IBS...reactions1replyDiet & NutritionLiving with Crohn's DiseaseCoping
What it Truly Feels Like Living with Crohn's Disease...There is a lot of information on this site regarding Crohn's disease. Some articles are informational regarding specific symptoms such as diarrhea, joint pain, or mouth sores. Others offer inspirational advice on...reactions3comments
We Are Family: The Benefits of Community When Dealing with IBD...Living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can make a person feel alone and trapped inside their own dysfunctional body. The emotional toll of my own colitis struggle overwhelmed me...reactionscomments
Helps with husbands suspected ibd...Hi all I’m a first time poster I need some advice so my husband has been having bowel issues for about 2 months now it started off with little bleeding...reactions4repliesFlare-UpsCopingDiagnosis
I'm In Remission! Now What?...When my gastroenterologist finally said the words, “you’re in deep remission” I could have burst into tears. After years of riding the remission-flare rollercoaster, trying what felt like every medication...reactionscomments
Handicap Parking Decal...I drive for parking lot for serval minutes for closes opening to the door whether I am pickup something quickly or need to do a regular shopping trip. Ordering ahead...reactions2repliesLiving with Crohn's DiseaseTips & AdviceInsurance & Disability
