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  1. teeny5

    Arthritis???

    I have been having some joint issues lately. I stand or walk for most of my work shift and some days I am fine, other days I am left with a lot of pain. What hurts most is my hips, knees and heels. I am just shy of 40, so I feel like arthritis isn’t out of the question however I don’t have any...
  2. teeny5

    Striving to be “normal”

    Striving to be “normal” I have been in remission for several years, yet I don’t feel normal. I am nervous about and even avoid certain foods. I know that I should be able to eat anything I want, yet I still shy away from what I perceive as “problem foods.” I feel like a ticking time bomb. Is...
  3. teeny5

    Diverticulosis diet tips

    I had my third colonoscopy on Friday and they saw diverticulosis. I had no idea you could have IBD and diverticulosis! I am wondering if anyone has tips for adding fiber to my diet that will not aggravate the Crohn’s? My GI did recommend Benefiber (which I have used before, but have been...
  4. teeny5

    Exercise and diarrhea

    The past few weeks I have been really trying to stay active. I was laid off from my job a few months ago and found myself struggling with weight and joint stiffness due to inactivity...my job was pretty active and you were on your feet all day. I do not do any strenuous exercising. Usually...
  5. teeny5

    Bye, bye alcohol

    I just want to vent a little about my own dumb mistake over the weekend. Saturday my husband and I went out with friends to a local bar. I don't drink very often, but I do have a beer now and then. Saturday I was feeling good and we ordered beer. I felt good and drank a couple more...well...
  6. teeny5

    Diet, exercise, and Crohn's

    Ok so I am having issues with my weight creeping up. I have been in remission and now that I can eat more I find myself still eating a lot of bad, high calorie foods. Sometimes I avoid healthier options because they can cause issues for example...I am able to enjoy salads, but not...
  7. teeny5

    Abdominal pain even with remission

    I'm not sure if i have asked this before, but does anyone have abdominal pain even when in remission? My struggle is I have been in remission for quite some time, but still have pain. Don't get me wrong I am not complaining, I am very thankful for the remission, but what is the deal??? If I...
  8. teeny5

    Fiber and Crohn's Flares

    I just got a link to this from CCFA....interesting since my GI has me on a fiber supplement and I always thought it was a little odd, know I know he's on his game! Here's the link too...
  9. teeny5

    Terrible day so far

    Woke up at 1am super hot. Felt like I had gas so got up to use the restroom just in case. Glad I got up because ended up having diarrhea. Been dealing with diarrhea and vomiting since. Whole back is hurting and going back and forth with feeling hot then cold. No fever. I hope this is due to...
  10. teeny5

    Question about insurance options

    So, I am seriously considering quitting my job and going into a different job field. Currently I have Kaiser Permanente insurance through my employer that I love. I have looked up the quotes for independent insurance, which I knew would be expensive, but I know I will need insurance. I am not so...
  11. teeny5

    Feeling odd lately

    I have a lot of stress going on in my life right now. I don't necessarily feel like I am on the verge of of a flare, but definitely have some odd things going on. -I don't drink a lot, but when I do I feel like I either never really feel drunk or I get drunk super fast...like there is no in...
  12. teeny5

    Hypochondria or early signs of arthritis?

    I haven't really posted about this because I keep telling myself that it is nothing and I'm reading too much into it. However, recently I have had more issues on a regular basis that have got me wondering if I am heading towards arthritis or something else, and of course if it is all Crohn's...
  13. teeny5

    Starting acacia fiber supplement today

    My GI has recommended I take fiber supplements such as Benefiber. My grocery store doesn't sell it (I shop at a farmer's market). So, I picked up Organic Clear Fiber by Renew Life. It is 100% acacia fiber which is 5g fiber per serving. Same idea as Benefiber...dissolves in food or drink. I have...
  14. teeny5

    Does scarring always lead to a stricture?

    I just had my 2nd colonoscopy today. The first one was to help diagnosis, that was in 2008. This one was to check for inflammation and damage. They found no inflammation but did find hemorrhoids, pseudopolyps, and scarring. My question is...since there is scarring does that mean it will...
  15. teeny5

    Prep day!

    My colonoscopy is tomorrow so today is my prep day. Only been up for an hour and a half and already STARVING. I'm not allowed any solids except Jell-O. I have that, Gatorade, chicken stock, tea and of course water for today. Oh and wet wipes for the bathroom! Going to cleAn my house this morning...
  16. teeny5

    White tongue and chapped lips...dehydration?

    For as long as I can remember I have always had a white tongue, whiter than other people's. No itching, white in center with normal pink/red on edges. I don't think it is thrush...not so much chunky or thick white stuff, just a layer off white that doesn't seem to ever come off and nowhere else...
  17. teeny5

    Suggestions for blood tests

    My GI wants me to follow up with my regular dr and have him run routine blood work. He mentioned blood sugar, cholesterol, etc. Is there something Crohn's related that I should ask for? OR is it sufficient to just make the appt. for routine exam and blood work? He said I hadn't seen my...
  18. teeny5

    Worries about upcoming colonoscopy

    So...I have been doing really well for the last few of years. Minimal symptoms and only a couple of minor flares that I got under control quickly with Entocort. My GI has been telling me for a long time that I would have to do another colonoscopy. Well, it's that time. I have it scheduled mid...
  19. teeny5

    Hair issues!

    I have always had healthy, thick, wavy hair. Since my friend Crohn's has come along my hair has either been straw like (coarse, brittle, lots of split ends) or feeling soft, but thinning. Seriously what the hell?!?! I started taking Omega 3 thinking that would help and changed my...
  20. teeny5

    Can you feel your food in your guts after you eat?

    So the other day I was talking to my husband and telling him that even though I am doing extremely well right now I feel like I will never be normal. He asked why. I asked him if he can feel his food after he eats...He was kind of puzzled and said "what do yo mean?" I said "can you feel your...
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