Transitioning to Home Healthcare for Infusion Medication...As a Crohn’s patient, I was prescribed my first biologic in early 2016, just a few months after my official diagnosis. When it came time to navigate logistics, I was...reactions1comment
Spot bleeding from bladder during flare...Does anyone ( females ) notice if they get spot bleeding from bladder in their underwear during a flare? I had this checked out as was told its due to...reactions1replySymptoms
Have friends that accept your illness...I am a Chron’s patient on Remicade. Got my ist UTI never had before has anyone else had this problem...reactions1replyLesser Known Symptoms
Frequent infections and infliximab ...Hi, I’m due my fourth infliximab infusion next week for the treatment of fistulas brought about by crohns. I haven’t experienced any improvement and still have frequent, aggressive infections. I’ve...reactions1replyFlare-UpsTips & AdviceLiving with Crohn's Disease
Burning Anal Pain for hours after a bowel movement !!...Hi, I have UC, diagnosed 10 years ago. Im female & just turned 60 !! Im on Pentasa and have been continuously. I have had the odd flare up and...reactions34replies
Planning Events with Crohn’s: Stress Lowering Tips...Planning a wedding (or other major events) as a healthy person can be stressful, but planning a wedding with a Crohn’s diagnosis can be extra stressful. Thankfully so far, planning...reactions2comments
Staying Hydrated Is My Biggest Struggle With Crohn's ...Staying Hydrated Is My Biggest Struggle With Crohn's ... What have everyone found to be the most effective methods. practices & products? Please help, I'm literally drinking 2 gallons of...reactions2repliesSymptoms
4 Lessons I Learned Navigating Ulcerative Colitis and Food...After an inflammatory bowel disease diagnosis, the world of food takes on an entirely new complexion. Suddenly, harmless snacks become potential landmines, and mealtimes transform into bouts of digestive distress...reactions18comments
Crohns fistula’s and complications ...Hi, I had a panproctocolectomy in May 2023 so everything removed and a permanent stoma. I’d had an internal pouch which never really worked and had developed lots of fistula’s...reactions4repliesCopingSurgeryLesser Known Symptoms
Lowering Medication Dosage...I've been diagnosed with Crohns for 10 years and have been pretty lucky generally. Last year my immunosuppressants and mesalasine stopped worked quite so well so I was flaring slightly...reactions2repliesLiving with Crohn's DiseaseSide EffectsTreatment
Do immunosuppressants cause fatigue? ...Hello. I have a diagnosis of UC and I am currently prescribed 50mg Azathioprine and also take mesalazines. I started this medication around 7 months ago now. I would say...reactions1reply
Absolutely frustrated...I've been having bowel issues for the past 5+ years, that have gotten considerably worse the past 3 to the point of fecal incontinence. My gastro did a colonoscopy 3...reactions7repliesDiagnosisSymptomsTreatment
When "Hot Girl Summer" is Really "IBD Girl Summer"...For some people, summer is the most glorious time of the year. School's out, the beach awaits, fresh foods are plentiful, and you just can't beat sitting on the deck...reactionscomments
Help...Crohn's disease since I was 12 , when I stretch backwards weird big lump appear on my middle stomach feels squesh n tube like, what is this...reactions3replies
Looking for comment if anyone taking Wegovy ...Hi, I’m curious if anyone is taking Wegovy or a weight loss injection and if they are how does that affect your body. I am curious because I currently have...reactions1reply
How has IBD affected your career or job?...IBD can have a huge impact on one's professional life. Between balancing bathroom breaks, crop-dusting coworkers, and powering through pain, the workplace woes never seem to end. This is a...reactions4repliesWork & EmploymentInsurance & Disability
I achieved no active disease ...Iv had chrons for 27 years. Numerous drugs and trials. Iv had my large bowel and rectum removed. I was told if it spreads any more in my small bowel...reactions2replies
Fear of Being Discharged From My Gastroenterologist...I recently had a conversation with my gastroenterologist that really put the fear of the universe in me. I’ve had the same gastroenterologist since I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis...reactions5comments
Mild uc flare remedy ...Hello I'm 36 m, I've had colitis since I was 20 I've had 4 flares first 2 undiagnosed the 3rd was diagnosed and treated with medication and blood transfusion im...reactions4repliesDiet & Nutrition
