I have Crohn's Disease, What?

[TattooedCrohn]

Hello. My name is Christopher. I am a illustrator and a special effects makeup artist. I found out on my second visit to the hospital that I had Crohn's. I am in awe, I have never been in so much pain in all my life and it scaried me, and I love horror movies. I was floored by the pain and was asking a friend to kill me when the pain was at its highest. I need help, answers, facts, and some cool people who can lay it out for me. I can handle any gory detail and all motivation. I want to fight this all the way, and still be myself. Thanks for hearing me out. And I wish all of you the best.

 

[Usmcjones]

You know I got your back bud. Just like in the old days! I don't know much, but I know this forum does help. Glad you made it.
I know how you feel. I asked my wife to kill me like 6 times. I was in the ER twice, been to the Aid stations countless times and my G.I. Doctor 4 times. The worst part was waiting to find the diagnosis. Now the hard part is to see what the Marine Corps is gonna do. I worry about my family the worse. I hope I can support them when/ if I get out.

 

[KWalker]

Welcome! I can tell by your attitude already that you'll have no problem fighting and conquering crohns

Feel free to ask any questions you might have!

 

[TattooedCrohn]

Brothers all the way Nick. Just like the old days for sure. You dont worry man, you can support them. Just day by day. And we will learn together, lean on me anytime and I will be leaning on you. My love to your family and you. Rest up and I will talk to you soon.

 

[Higbonzo]

Christopher,

You know what they say, " The difference between minor and major surgery is, minor is on you, and major is on me" We all go through life thinking it won't happen to us. Sorry to her you are one of the "Other Guys" now. And, yes, unconsciousness' is a welcome friend when you are experiencing extreme pain. There ain't no pill that will make it go away.

Anyways, you found a good source of support here. I am a broken record on my feelings on dealing with this disease. Lots of rest, healthy living, no smoking/drinking, don't stress your body, either by physical, or mentally stressing yourself. And learn to listen to your body. It will tell you what it likes and what it doesn't like.

Truly sorry to hear of your diagnosis. Wish you a quick recovery and full remission.

Peace and love.

 

[2thFairy]

Welcome to the forum, Christopher!

 

[TattooedCrohn]

Thanks everyone who has messaged me so far. I was just going about life and WAM! it hit a wall it seemed. I have never had health problems before. I loved running trails with my pitbull, and working out. And I am a artist so my mind and body are key to everything I create. I am trying to stay focused and on task but the meds are messing with me and the pain is insane. So I will be honest I am scaried alot thses days because it is so new to me, still freaking out that it happened in the first place. But thank you all so much. I look forward to learning and reading how I can win this war.