FeaturedActive 7 days agoTrying to Find a DiagnosisTrying to find a diagnosis. One Sunday in August of 2022 I felt constipated and then became so nauseous that I started vomiting. I started to sweat profusely. After 8...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 replies
FeaturedNewbie looking for help.Hi.. I'm a first time poster. And to be honest I'm not certain I have IBD. I've had distended intestines off and on for many years, that were not much...Reactions 0 reactions Comments25 repliesFlare-UpsDiagnosisSymptoms
Active todaySevere and permanent bloatingHello, I've had moderate to severe UC now for the past 5 years and taking Vedolizimab which has kept it in check for the past 3+ years. It gave me...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesSymptoms
Active todaydealing with the changes UC or Crohn's makes in lifeliving with Crohn's or UC changes a lot of things and it can be difficult to deal with the sudden changes. how do you deal with the uncertainty and unpredictability...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesCopingFlare-UpsSymptoms
Active todayDay after iron infusion Hi everyone! I was just wondering how you feel the day after an iron infusion? I feel tired, nauseous and my stomach is a bit queasy. I thought I was...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesAwarenessCopingDepression
Active todayWhat is the WORST unsolicited advice you've gotten about IBD?Everyone has an opinion when it comes to living with a chronic illness. Chances are, if you have IBD, you've gotten some unsolicited advice about your condition at some point...Reactions 0 reactions Comments27 replies
Active todayKnock-down, drag-out FATIGUETell us: What does your fatigue feel like? (And if you have any tips for combatting it... Lay 'em on us!)...Reactions 0 reactions Comments46 repliesSymptoms
Active todayUlcerative colitisLong story short. My daughter was diagnosed when she was 9-10. She is now 16. After the first episode where she went into hospital and had strong steroid meds, she...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesFlare-UpsLiving with Ulcerative ColitisTips & Advice
Active yesterdaySuspected Crohn'sHi, I've been struggling all my life with gastrointestinal issues, and over the past few years my symptoms have started to really impact my life. I've been seen by many...Reactions 0 reactions Comments61 repliesDiagnosis
Active yesterdayIn your opinion, what is the worst symptom of Crohn's or colitis?What is the number one symptom you wish would just instantly disappear?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments227 repliesSymptoms
Active yesterdayWhat was your most embarrassing moment with IBD?Living with IBD can lead to some pretty awkward moments, but sharing them can bring relief and even a few laughs. This is a safe space, free of judgment, where...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesCopingLiving with Crohn's DiseaseLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
Active yesterdaySymptoms and side effects I am currently taking steroids as I have UC and due to be on two tablets a day as of tomorrow and in my experience I am dealing with a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies