Introduction

[Jessica Smith]

Hey everyone,

I was diagnosed with Chrons 2 years ago. My dad had Chrons and after a long time after developing symptoms, I was advised to push the doctors to be examined. At the time I was doing my degree and thought that some of the symptoms I was encountering might be due to stress.

Anyway, I went private to get my colonoscopy and that was when I was diagnosed.

How did everyone else find out when they had Chrons?

Looking forward to talking with you all.

 

[Jessica Smith]

Hey guys, just an update on this -

The reason I went private for my colonoscopy procedure was due to the fact I would be seen a lot quicker compared to the NHS. I just wanted peace of mind that everything was functioning ok.

Did everyone else go under NHS?

 

[Jo-mom]

Hi Jessica, welcome to the forum. How we found out that my son had Crohn's ... I will list it.

- During his early teens, he didn't have an appetite like other boys
- During his mid to late teens, he started developing a waddle to his walk
- His mobility became worse and we were sent to a neurologist, but it wasn't a neurological problem
- Eventually, he couldn't walk, called the ambulance, hospital did exrays and we were adivsed he had arthritis in both hips (age 19)
- Sent to Rheumatologist who sent him to GI Specialist. He wasn't exhibiting big symptoms of Crohn's but she had a hunch - at this time, he was underweight, and was going to washroom about 5 x a day
- Colonoscopy - Crohn's diagnosed. The rheumatologit believes his arthritis develops due to Crohn's. This was 2 years ago.He is now on Remicade which helps the arthritis and Crohn's and is doing very well - just finished university.

How are you doing?
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[Jessica Smith]

Hi Jo-mom,

Very interesting on your son's diagnosis. Especially arthritis at a young age. It can be a crazy process to receive a diagnosis.

I am doing ok, just started my graduate job post-uni and been particularly conscious of my diet throughout the pandemic. I think this time has actually helped me keep on top of things and be conscious of what I am eating.

Hope you are all well!