My Crohn's

I am new to this. I am not very open about my condition only with my partner and family so this is... a big (ish) step for me. I was diagnosed with UC when I was 3 years old. Very young considering a majority who have a bowel disease are in their late 30's. At first, things were fine for me growing up. Being able to be the fastest runner in my class, participating in physical activities and being, well, a "normal" child. As I grew, I also grew an abscess for the first time. This was strange to my doctor as this wasn't interlinked with UC. So my symptoms had changed over time. I am now diagnosed with Crohn's Disease. My body seems to be very greedy and likes the best of both worlds I guess. This was about 4/5 years ago. I am currently recovering from having a fistula treated. It doesn't help my levels of stress considering I am newly employed and want to make the best impressions possible but as they say, "health comes first" and all that. This may be true, but it's crazy how our world, how to continue with our lives comfortably revolves around money. I try to keep a positive mind set, but the thing that always appears in our minds are "why me?". I can say this more than most, that question would never be able to be answered. No matter how much iI do want it to. Not even being able to discuss it with others because it withdraws me. Anyway. I have much more to my story. MUCH more may I re-phrase. If you have any questions, or simply want to communicate with me on this, my ears (well eyes) are open. :)

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