Thank you all. Newly diagnosed... ...Hi guys, I've recently been diagnosed with crohns, after a full year of freaking out about my symptoms and thinking the worst I would just like to thank you all...reactions9repliesLiving with Crohn's Disease
Does your bowel/stomach ever truly empty without prep?...I have EPI, (Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency). I’ve been dealing with this since late 2018 and I was diagnosed in April 2019. I just wondered if your bowel/stomach ever truly empties...reactions2repliesCopingDiagnosisFlare-Ups
When Stressing Leads to Flaring...A recent study has found psychological stress may be linked to IBD flare-ups, with the study concluding, "The main takeaway is that psychological stress impedes the body's ability to fight...reactions1comment
Loss of taste...Has anyone lost their sense of taste?and have you gotten it back?...reactions3repliesAwareness
I Say "I’m Fine"… but I'm Probably Not....You will often hear people with IBD saying, "I'm fine," "I'm OK," or even, "I'm good." But are we really fine, OK, or good? And what are some of the...reactions20comments
Menopause and Ulcerative colitis...Hi, Can anyone suggest if a patient under treatment of ulcerative colitis can take medicine to postpone periods. Please help....reactions4repliesAwareness
The Drink That Hates My Guts: Colitis vs. Carbonated Beverages..."Psst! Come closer. You know you want a sip." That’s what I heard in my head as I looked inside my tiny classroom refrigerator before heading to lunch with my...reactions8comments
You WILL get through this!...Diagnosed with CD at age 25, still in graduate school and after 3 years in the army (!). Finally had surgery in 1985 (2 resections) but still suffer today. Nevertheless...reactions5comments
Low FODMAP Crockpot Chicken Curry...Today I'm back with another slow cooker recipe (or crockpot as it's called in the U.S.). Yep, we're heading towards spring but I still LOVE my slow cooker all year...reactionscomments
Spice Up Your IBD Diet...Spice. It is what runs the economy on planet Arrakis in Frank Herbert's novel (turned blockbuster movie) "Dune." It also appears to be an excellent way to improve gut health...reactions5comments
A question for the caregivers......What would you tell someone whose child or loved one was recently diagnosed with Crohn's or ulcerative colitis?...reactions2repliesCaregiving
Flu or Flare?...It was a hot June morning when I was sitting across the table from a client at the local Panera Bread when suddenly, it felt like a cold heavy wet...reactionscomments
Caregiving, Crime, Cancer, & Crohn's Disease...Please tell my story about caregivers, Caregiving for sick family members and sick caregivers. When associated with cancer, especially Colon Cancer, small Bowel Cancer, and Crohn's Disease. Please tell my...reactionscomments
Covid-era dental work...I take Humira for my Crohn's, which means I am immunocompromised and at high risk for severe Covid. Pre-covid, I went to the dentist every six months, like clockwork. But...reactions4repliesLiving with Crohn's Disease
The Rough Road to Diagnosis: From a Parent of a Child With Crohn’s...In 2014, when my son was 12 years old, I began to worry that his growth was slowing, as he didn’t seem to be moving past the 5th percentile in...reactions4comments
Symptoms worse after colonoscopy ...I have just been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis on Sunday, I had symptoms of bloating, loose stool and bleeding for 12 months, I was initially diagnosed as haemorrhoids but after...reactions4repliesFlare-UpsNewly DiagnosedTests
Low-Residue Rice Krispies Chicken Goujons...Today's recipe is actually one that I originally made for my toddler. Chicken nuggets are a firm hit in our household. It's one of the few meals he'll eat time...reactions1comment
Asking About Drug Side Effects and Weighing Your Options...Most of us would love to take a medication and never experience any side effects. Who wants to deal with a skin rash or heightened energy or hair loss or...reactionscomments
First Time Post...Hi everyone, There is no ‘known’ history in my family of Crohn's/Colitis (my doctor is leaning towards Colitis for myself as it is not definitively clear) All started for me...reactionscomments
Awaiting colonoscopy.....Hi I’m 28 years old, and I have been experiencing lower abdominal pain since I was 14 years old. Up until I’d say 2 years ago, I have managed it...reactions7replies
