tests...hi guys, i’ll make this quick, i’ve had a lot of tests so far which include the standard stool tests and blood tests, along with an endoscopy, a colonoscopy (with...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTips & AdviceDiagnosisTests
Coping With Unwelcome Comments About UC...We all know the comments. Comments like, "Should you really eat that?" or "You're sick again?" These phrases are all too familiar for people with ulcerative colitis, and they often...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Not getting the right help...HI, My husband has ulcerative colitis and associated joint issues, he is on methatrexate which has been doing its job for last 3 years but he has been having a...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatmentHealthcare TeamFlare-Ups
My Experience With Crohns Disease and Miscarriage (Part 2)...I shared in the first part of this article about how my hormones have impacted my Crohn’s disease. From my monthly cycles, through trying to conceive, and after the birth...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Mango Tango Smoothie...I am a huge fan of smoothies, not only for breakfast but for any meal of the day. They are easy to digest, convenient to eat (especially on the go!)...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
CURED -- Ulcerative Colitis...Hi everyone, Short summary - I am Cured, thanks to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Detailed summary: I have had an autoimmune disease called Ulcerative Colitis for nearly 10 years. BUT NOW...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAwarenessLiving with Ulcerative ColitisFlare-Ups
Asymptomatic Chron's Disease...Has anyone else been completely asymptomatic yet pursued treatment for Chron's disease? I'm not seeking medical advice, but would like to understand if anyone else has had this experience and...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSymptomsNewly DiagnosedTreatment
Tips for Hitting to the Pool With Crohn’s or Colitis...It’s summertime and heading to the pool is all the rage. I live in Florida, so pool days are a way of life here. Most everyone has a pool in their backyard...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Jobs?...This is the first forum I have ever joined so I’m new at this, I don’t have anyone to really talk to and possibly get results. I don’t have money...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesCopingDepressionWork & Employment
My Switch to a Bidet for IBD...I live with Crohn's disease. And, on a typical day, I have 2-4 bowel movements, each requiring a couple of wipes at a minimum. Like many other Crohn's or ulcerative...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
This story is for anyone who may need it. Hope you find peace....I would begin by saying that in 2017, my symptoms of UC began and I had no idea that it would lead me to a journey of physical and mental...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
4 Apps I Use to Help Manage My Crohn’s Disease...It’s no secret that nowadays there is an app for everything! And boy is it so true. So what applications are out there for Crohn’s disease? Well, actually there are a few...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Crohns flare up or Blockage...I have had 2 operations for crohns. I was nearly a goner with the first episode. This was back in 2017. I can't get in the doctors. Cant get hold...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Crohn's Disease Surgery Scars...I’ve had three Crohn's surgeries. This is before they could be done laparoscopically. So I have some decent abdominal scars. They have gotten much better with time, of course, but...Reactions0reactionsComments19 comments
Help with money...I've had crohn's for a couple of years now. I have had on and off flare ups for the duration. These flare-ups have meant I have had to take extended...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCost
The Relationship That is Affected Most by My Crohn's...You may have read the title of this article and thought, "Just one relationship? So many of my relationships have been affected by Crohn's!" While that may be true, there...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Super Easy Low Residue Sweet Potato Hash Browns...If you're on a low residue diet, you might think you can't have any vegetables at all. In fact, that's not quite the case. Soft, well-cooked root vegetables, such as...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Very dark stool sometimes ...Hello to everyone here. Sorry this is TMI and I’m sorry for asking but has anyone with Crohn’s here experienced very dark stools almost black looking? It is a big...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
What are the indications that UC patient need to go to the hospital?...Dear everyone, we are searching for some advice regarding how to handle the peak of the relapse of UC. The current relapse is very strong and it is the first...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesHealthcare TeamFlare-UpsLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
