• Welcome to Crohn's Forum, a support group for people with all forms of IBD. While this community is not a substitute for doctor's advice and we cannot treat or diagnose, we find being able to communicate with others who have IBD is invaluable as we navigate our struggles and celebrate our successes. We invite you to join us.

Search results

  1. L

    Ankle Pain

    Hi Everybody I recently submitted a faecal calpapractin sample and the consultant phoned me last Tuesday with regards to the result and a general checkup. She informed me that my CPR was high with a score of 14 and I do have a flare up at this current time. However, not sure if it’s Crohns...
  2. L

    Being one of the vulnerable 1.5m in UK

    Hi just a quick query folks. As a sufferer with Crohns in England I am not sure if I would be classed as ONE of the vulnerable who have to isolate for twelve weeks? I am on an immunosuppressant called 6-Mercaptopurine and take 50mg of it once daily. I am also asthmatic using a steroid inhaler...
  3. L

    Sharp Left Hand Pain in Abdomen

    Hi Guys Does anybody get sharp left sided pains through the whole of the abdomen? They're like real shooting/stabbing pains and worse when I stand up; especially getting it more at night. I think it is generally linked to having eaten food. Read somewhere that as pain is on the left hand...
  4. L

    Being off sick from work

    Have just had one week off from work since having a very bad flare and doctor has signed me off for four more weeks. She informs me that those four weeks should be taken and only go back once you've felt better for a few days. Problem is I just feel so guilty taking time off, even though...
  5. L

    No diarrhoea but other symptoms

    Hi everyone, new to the forum as just been diagnosed with mild crohn's after biopsies from colonoscopy and endoscopy. I started getting symptoms about one year ago when I would have an unsettled stomach and went to the toilet 3-4 times per day, whereby there would be blood and mucus in the...
Top