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So I finally got in to see my GP and brought this up to his attention, my heart rate hasn't really changed much so he gave me a referral for more blood work to monitor iron levels and an ECG. I was lifting weights 2-3 times a week before, I'm not sure if that made it better or worse, however...

" Steroid dependent patients are NOT considered to be in remission." Does this include steroid dependent patients that are undergoing therapy for something like Addison's Disease as well as CD?

Welcome to the forum! Being undiagnosed can be incredibly worrisome and cause a lot of anxiety. I'm currently waiting to see a GI specialist, haven't had scopes or anything yet. This group however, is immensely supportive, and knowledgeable. Thank you for being brave and sharing your story with...

This. From what I've read it's a very individually dependent on how you intestines will react to it. I'm presently undiagnosed but was tested for celiac disease and lactose intolerance prior to being referred to a GI and both tests came back negative. However, if I don't take a lactase enzyme...

Thank you very much Food4Thought! I just sat down to read this during a panic attack to try and steady my mind and it's helped me relax greatly. The human body is a wonder, really. How it sends us signals like that. I appreciate you taking the time to share a small piece of your story with me...

I had no idea that Iron levels bounce back like that with treatment, I figured I was going to choking back 2-3 palafers a day til the end of days. I will definitely take this up with my GP next chance I have. I don't see a GI or have MRIs done until early-mid April. Regardless thank you so much...

Thank you very much Clash; I've been on Iron supplements for a little over a month now and I have a hard time telling if it's making a difference. I started taking a little extra B12 today, hoping that helps with energy levels as well.

Hey folks, this is my first day on the forum, I'm currently undiagnosed but ultrasounds and suchlike are certainly pointing to crohn's based on inflammation sites. Either way I've read over a few of the sub-forums and replies on this site from time to time, and it seemed so incredibly...