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    I don't know what to eat anymore

    I haven't been on this board in awhile and unfortunately things haven't been going great since I was last here. So, last spring I did 4 weeks on prednisone and was doing pretty well after. I tried juicing and that seemed to keep me feeling well but I like to chew my veggies sometimes so I...
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    Eating causes body pain

    For years I've dealt with horrible stomach pains. I was finally diagnosed in March 2014 and started Prednisone and Apriso. After finishing the prednisone I was still not happy with how I felt (tired and weak) or how soft my poo was. Probiotics don't help so I decided to try adjusting my diet...
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    How do you satisfy your sweet tooth?

    I'm on the SCD diet (for about a month) and am struggling with giving up sweets. Specifically chocolate. I've been making banana ice cream but it's only worth it with nut butter mixed in. :) I can't handle peanut butter yet or that would be a nightly snack. I was just wondering what other...
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    I am falling off the SCD wagon... again.

    I started SCD over a month ago. I realized I was introducing the foods too fast and didn't know what was making me sick, so I started over. Today was day 15. I did great most of the day (ruled out pears today and cooked some yummy looking garlic. Hooray flavor.) I even got my daughter to go to...
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    Does anyone get sick from too much activity?

    It's 4:45 am where I am and I've been up since 3 am with the worst stomach pains I've had in a long time. I was on the toilet long enough that I think I must be empty inside but I honestly put on a diaper just in case. :( I did eat out last night and that could be the problem but I'm trying SCD...
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    Doctor wants me in tomorrow

    I have been having some issues getting to work on time. Sometimes I just gotta go before I can get in the car for a half hour. My boss asked me to get a note from my doctor so we could fix my attendance record. I called my doctor and left a message and now she wants me in tomorrow. She...
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    Still in a flare. Should I be doing anything?

    So I found out this year that I have Crohn's in my colon. Some ulcers and diverticula too. I wa on Prednisone for a month. I put off my blood tests but finally went in. I still have inflammation but less than I did. The nurse gave me the news and that was it. Is it normal to leave some...
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    Could this be remission or still a flare?

    I'm still completely confused about remissions and flares. Before my diagnosis I had hot flashes, night sweats, horrible pain when I went to the bathroom that would last for hours, I was always gassy, etc... I did a round of Prednisone and those are better. But I don't feel good. I'm too...
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    Runners, please give me some advice.

    Years ago I promised my son guitar lessons and then lost my job and couldn't afford them. :ymad: He understands but has always been disappointed. Well, more recently I told him that we'd do a 5K together some day since he loves to run. Well, then I found out I have Crohn's. I can't make...
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    Afraid constipation will cause new job troubles

    Before I even suspected I had Crohn's, I applied for a new job at the same company I curently work for. My job now is 2nd shift and it's been hard not seeing my husband and kids except when they get ready for the day. I didn't get the job at first but was told that I was a close second and to...
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    I want a depression day.

    I have only had my Crohn's diagnosis a few weeks. And I'm pretty lucky that my symptoms aren't worse. But I want one day to just be angry and depressed about the whole deal. Since the GI said he thought I had Crohn's people close to me want to wait to talk about it until we're sure, or make...
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    How much damage does diet do?

    I know that certain foods can make Crohn's symptoms worse. I don't completely understand how it affects you in the long run. If I drink milk or eat broccoli, I know my tummy will not be happy. Beyond that will it have other effects? Does it damage my colon? Or will it cause flares? Or if I'm...
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    Fruit and Veggie free

    I was just diagnosed with Crohn's and am starting prednisone and Aspiro as soon as I can get to the pharmacy. Since I am having problems digesting some veggies, my doctor suggested I stay away from fruits and veggies until my symptoms start to improve. Then I can see what I can tolerate...
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    After 15 years, diagnosed with early Crohn's

    I'm so confused right now. I have been having stomach pains and bathroom issues on and off for the last 15 years. I have always been told it is IBS. My latest episode started a year ago with me being unable to pass gas without poo splatters. The pain got worse and worse and the doctors had...
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    What does IBD Serology test for?

    I haven't been diagnosed with Crohn's yet. I saw a physician's assistant at the GI office I go to. She thought I may have celiac and scheduled me for a colonoscopy and the upper one too. The doctor at the office did the procedures and showed me pictures after. He removed a few polyps and took a...
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