Gluten-Free Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes...We're quickly approaching winter, but it's technically still autumn here in the Northeast. So you know what that means – time for pumpkin EVERYTHING! However, if you are like me, maybe...reactionscomments
Perianal Chrohns...This week my 17 year old son was diagnosed with perianal chrohns. He started getting ill a couple of weeks before his 17th birthday. He has lost over 2 stone...reactions8repliesHealthcare Team
Joint pain...Initially my first and main symptom is pelvic/hip pain and recently I have discovered that this could be joint pain due to crohns. It is so severe that I struggle...reactions12repliesSide EffectsTips & AdviceSymptoms
Help with experience ...My son Ruben, is currently on his second stint in hospital with an unknown infection causing a sore throat, mouth sores and raging fevers. He suffered for month with explosive...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
Finding Comfort and IBD Support From a Pet..."Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer." –Dean Koontz I'm...reactionscomments
My LONG journey with UC and Crohn's...My story started 10 days after returning from Singapore to visit my THEN husband, who was stationed there with the military. I came home and had the worst stomach pain...reactions9comments
Tips + Questions to Ask for Better Doctor's Appointments...In an ideal world, each of us would feel like our doctor was giving us the best care, regardless of how busy they are or how confusing our symptoms might...reactions1comment
Never been properly diagnosed…....I’m feeling fed up… I believe I’m having a flare up as it seems to be similar symptoms each time but the consultant is never really much help. Abit of...reactions8repliesSymptomsLesser Known SymptomsDiagnosis
Starting new treatment Adalimumab...Hi all, I'm new to this forum but I've been finding it really helpful to hear from people going through similar situations. I've been diagnosed with UC in Sep 2021...reactions3repliesTreatment
Blindsided By Ulcerative Colitis...My name is Michelle. I was a very active athlete and felt healthy. It was the end of May in 2015 heading into Memorial Day weekend (Friday). I had gone...reactions1comment
The Importance of Friendship in the IBD Community...My last year in college began with a trip to the ER. Previously, I ignored blood in my stool as it would often resolve after a few days. (Pro tip:...reactionscomments
Biopsies ...I had a colonoscopy 1year ago they did 6 biopsies (all clear) my new consultant wanted biopsies on terminal ileum just had the 2nd colonoscopy and they took 19 biopsies...reactions2repliesHealthcare Team
Has anyone had success with one 5-ASA and not another?...Hi there, I'm new to the forum, and still kind of in denial my disease is getting worse. I was diagnosed in 2019 with ulcerative proctitis, so just inflammation in...reactions17replies
Crohn's Disease and Skin Problems?...Unfortunately, as we all know too well, Crohn's disease is the gift that keeps on giving. Not only does it affect our bowels with the usual symptoms of abdominal pain, vomiting...reactions6comments
UC+ PSC / Liver transplanted awaiting Colectomy...Hi there- it’s the first time I post to this community. I’m grateful to have found it! And I wonder, is there anyone here like me? I was diagnosed with...reactions2repliesLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
Working With IBD: I Am Reliable, but My Health Is Not...It's hard enough living day to day with my Crohn's, worrying about things millions of people don't have to, let alone worrying about my job. Medications, pain, stress, fatigue, dehydration...reactionscomments
Awaiting diagnosis and struggling...Hi. I have been suffering with chronic pain that can leave me sofa/bed bound for days at time, everyday for over a year. The consultant now believes I have crohns...reactions3repliesCopingDiagnosisDepression
Is It Possible to Be Happy With Ulcerative Colitis?...When I read comments posted on social media about living with ulcerative colitis, I see many people sharing their pain, despair, and anxiety. Life with an IBD is, without a...reactionscomments
Different types of diets with Crohn's or UC...What different diets have you tried to control your Crohn's or UC symptoms? What diets have worked for you, and what have not? Everyone is different when it comes to...reactions1replyDiet & Nutrition
What Pisses You Off the Most About Crohn's Disease?...Not a lot of things about Crohn's are consistent. But what is something we can all count on Crohn's to be? It's frustrating. It's painful. And honestly, it pisses us...reactions7comments
