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...reactions10repliesCopingDepressionWork & 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...reactions7comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions6replies
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...reactions19comments
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...reactions2repliesCost
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions4replies
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...reactions2repliesHealthcare TeamFlare-UpsLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
3 Bizarre Remedies I've Tried for Crohn's Disease...I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease in 2011. It will almost be 10 years that I have been living with this diagnosis and I have to say, I feel like I've...reactions1comment
Health Resources...Living with a chronic health condition can be challenging, frustrating, and tiring. You might feel like your life is on hold. Frequent hospital stays, difficult or noticeable symptoms, and constant...
Managing Healthcare Expenses...Managing a chronic health condition can take a financial toll on you and your family. Costs add up quickly from medicines, testing, copays, travel, and more. But help is available...
Disability Benefits...When you have a chronic medical condition, there may be times when you are not able to work. This can seriously affect your finances and your family’s. However, there is...
Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits...Living with a chronic health condition may make working impossible at some point. Your symptoms can affect your ability to get your job done. When this happens, you may find...
Workplace Considerations...Everyone deserves to be treated fairly at work, including people with chronic medical conditions or disabilities. It is not only the right thing to do – it is the law...
8 Tips for Surviving Your Monthly Period When You Have IBD...Dealing with your period can be tough enough for lots of women, whether that's due to painful cramps, low moods, or zero energy. Dealing with your period on top of...reactionscomments
IBD and COVID-19...Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"...reactions3comments
