Building a Strong Relationship While Crohn’s Tore Me Down...My boyfriend of 5 years and I will be getting engaged this year. Why did it take so long for us to commit...reactionscomments
Drug induced lupus from remicade??...Have had severe joint pain MIRRORED in my ankles first and now knees, ankles and elbows since march to now, so intense...reactions1reply
Gluten-Free Apple Pie...In 2013, I went gluten-free to help with my Crohn's symptoms and it changed my life. I am not here to preach...reactionscomments
UC Travel Story: Dis-Ease in "The Big Easy"...The “Big Easy” (more formally known as New Orleans, Lousiana) proudly proclaims, “Let the Good Times Roll!” But could someone with IBD...reactionscomments
Pain!!!...I have had anxiety induced diarrhea as a youngster. It subsided. 3 years ago I had a stroke. Since then my overall...reactions3replies
Elimination Diets...Elimination diets involve eliminating certain foods from your diet while tracking how these changes impact your health. One element that can help...reactions3comments
The Mental Fatigue of Living with IBD...When I first began experiencing symptoms of IBD, I was distraught. Not only was I sicker than sick, but I was fatigued...reactions11comments
Stopping Infliximab and Methotrexate ...Hi I have had UC for about 15 years Im 43 years old now. 13 years on Asacol then Methotrexate tablets then...reactions1replyTreatmentHealthcare Team
Just Because You Have Crohn's, Doesn’t Mean You Have MY Crohn's...Today I wanted to talk about an issue within our IBD community. It has to do with commenting on other people's health...reactions10comments
Crohn's Pain: Going From Warrior to Weary...When I was first diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, my threshold for pain was pretty impressive. Growing up, I was never sick a...reactions4comments
Turkey, Spinach, & Potato Soup...This soup recipe is one of my absolute favorites for several reasons. Most importantly, it is full of lean protein, vitamins, and...reactionscomments
Crohns Flare...Hello everyone! I am having the worst flare up. Seems like I am not responding to steroid treatment or antibiotics. I have...reactions6repliesFlare-UpsLiving with Crohn's DiseaseLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
Protein shakes, powders...My list of 'no' foods gets longer every day. Been reading about meal replacement drinks & protein powders. The reviews are negative...reactions1replyDiet & Nutrition
Celebrate World Ostomy Day!...October 2 is World Ostomy Day! In honor of this day, we've put together some tips to help celebrate and share. Whether...reactions1comment
Flare up...Been in a flare since January 2021, was admitted to hospital on 23rd august 2021 got out on the 27th, turns out...reactions2repliesCopingFlare-Ups
Maybe colitis maybe something else...I need some help as I feel like I'm dying every month I have a flare and end up hospitalised. I've not...reactions5repliesFlare-Ups
To stop azathioprine or not...Hi, I am new to the forum. I have been on azathioprine for 6 years since emergency hemicolectomy and ileostomy surgery for...reactions1replyTreatment
Colonoscopy Results ...Hi, I've been having stomach issue for quite some time now. I had a ultrasound that showed my colon on the upper...reactions4repliesLiving with Crohn's DiseaseLiving with Ulcerative ColitisDiagnosis
How To Power Through Gotta-Go Moments With Combat Breathing...Another morning spent too long in the bathroom. Now I’m running late for work. IBD sufferers are familiar with the pains of...reactions1comment
We’re Not “Fussy Eaters"!...I hate being thought of as a fussy eater. I really don’t think I am, but of course, IBD often dictates what...reactions5comments