Crohn's and anal abscess...Does anyone here with Crohn's suffer from chronic anal abscesses? I would like to hear your experiences. Thank you....reactions1replyLiving with Crohn's Disease
4 Essential Items in My Crohn's Journey...Having Crohn's disease is no easy journey. The endless symptoms and mental battles can be taxing on even the strongest of us. But, as we all do, taking each day 1...reactions6comments
Alcohol and IBD...Hi Everyone! Here I am with another question. Can alcohol affect IBD and cause you to have a flare up/bring on symptoms?? For the past few months I’ve been feeling...reactions10repliesTriggersSymptoms
My journey...Hi everyone I’m 23-years-old, originally got C. diff out of nowhere. I was not on antibiotics or in a hospital when I had caught it, but the first problems started...reactions4comments
New Year, Same Disease...With every new year comes renewed hope and optimism. A fresh page on the calendar means endless possibilities when it comes to what we can achieve, both personally and professionally. The...reactions4comments
Why Did I Eat That?!...You might be wondering why I haven't learned what I can and can't eat by now. The thing is, I have. I do know what bothers me. So why do...reactions9comments
Can Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Be Missed on a Colonoscopy?...Getting an accurate diagnosis is important with any disease. A proper diagnosis helps ensure that you will be treated correctly. However, diagnosing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can be challenging. IBD...reactions3comments
Is painful joints in the knees a common IBD symptom?...Hi everyone and Happy New Year! I was just wondering if many people get painful joints in the knees due to IBD? For the past few years, I’ve experienced it...reactions14repliesSymptoms
Low-Roughage Italian Rotini Pasta Salad...I love this pasta salad and it pairs well with something like chicken and a bowl of fruit. Sometimes I like to have it as a whole meal. I end...reactions1comment
Living with Crohn's Disease During a Pandemic...Having a chronic, autoimmune disease during a pandemic is... What can I say? When I became educated on my condition, I of course realized life would be different. I knew...reactions4comments
Why The Microbiome Is Key To New Crohn’s Treatments...I've been involved with The CCF (Crohn's and Colitis Foundation) for a few years now. This is a great organization with tons of free resources, support groups, charity walks, comedy...reactions6comments
Why Finding Other "Sick" Friends Can Be A Blessing...Over the last year, I’ve been getting to know an acquaintance who has become a close friend. We share a lot of the same medical struggles, so it was an...reactions7comments
Passing Time in the Hospital...Crohn’s is a tough disease. It starts out of nowhere. I had no issues before that horrible November 2006 night. When I was first diagnosed, it was pretty much under control...reactions2comments
Growing Pains...In 1970, I had a fistula form between my rectum and the outside, near my anus. Talk about teasing! We won't go there. The doctor deemed me healthy and did...reactions6comments
How I Combat Anxiety After Injecting My Biologic Because of Allergic Reactions...Every treatment I’ve been on, except my current one, has ended abruptly due to an allergic reaction. I can't help but feel like I'm constantly waiting for the other shoe...reactions2comments
Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers...Stuffed peppers are a great way to get a complete meal without the need for sides. The ground turkey provides lean protein, quinoa is a great whole grain that is...reactions1comment
If I Didn't Have Crohn's Disease… ...The other day in the middle of dinner I excused myself to go to the restroom. This was not a unique moment in time. But when I sat down on...reactions13comments
Undiagnosed, IBD 21-year-old...Just looking for some guidance and support. IBD symptoms begin I have an 18-month history of bowel problems. Aug 2019 I had my appendix removed but scans showed I may...reactions4repliesTips & Advice
Series | How my ulcerative colitis impacted my family planning...This is part of a series about how my ulcerative colitis impacted different parts of my life. This is not my usual type of post. There are no tips, learnings...reactions6comments
Finding a New Routine with In-Person Care and Telemedicine...As technology has become a bigger part of our daily lives, its uses in healthcare have also grown. Thanks to improvements in technology, there are many options for accessing healthcare...reactionscomments
