Hi Randy, You are one of the few that I would ever respond too, as I occasionally still lurk. The forum has changed a lot. My screen name was Nanners and I was diagnosed in 1975, so I am familiar to...
I hope you get it! But another thought is to apply for Social Security Disability. And if your state has it, apply for short term disability with them. I live in Calif and I can get that for one...
Hi Missy, I just wanted to let you know something similar happened to me in January. I had worked for the company for 22 years. They told me it was a reduction in force, but in reality I know it was...
Like Clonehead I had had the disease for 22 years before I had to have my first surgery. Good luck!...
Heating pads are my best friends on those days! Can you take something like Maalox or Mylanta? Those might ease it some too. Hugs!...
MikeB is another member here who has had Crohns for a very longtime who has never had to have surgery. He is maintained only on 6mp and has been on that for over 10 years. So be sure to stay on your...
Just wanted to say a quick hi to Spooky! Longtime no see. Glad to hear you are doing so well. Hugs!...
I agree with Kazbern. Stress is definetly not our friend and can cause some very flare like symptoms. Anxiety does that to me too. I take Xanax for those anxious times now, and it really helps. Hugs!...
Everyone develops some scar tissue at the reconnection site. Sometimes you get inflammation in there that heals, and what does it do? It creates more scar tissue. I suggest seeing your doc and...
JavaJay have you ever tried doing a low residue diet? Its less restrictive as the others, but is a diet recommended for those flaring. I have followed this diet for years and modified it here and...
I wish they had a like button on here Randy:)...
Yeah glad to hear things are moving. Phew as C2 says! Hugs!...
I agree with grayeyedblonde! Talk to your GI about a possible bacterial overgrowth. I have had it a few times. I had d that was very sticky, everytime I ate I would get really bloated and gassy,...
I am so so sorry to hear this news Randy. Praying for a successful stretch of your stricture. Big hugs my friend!...
NCOT just wanted to send you some big hugs! Steroids the meds we love to hate. I so agree with calling your GP for something like Xanax, Klonopin or Valium. I take Xanax and it really helps me during...