I am 40 years old and have had crohns since I was 17. I tend to be very private and have never been part of a support group. I would like to give it a try and I think it could be very helpful. I have taken prednisone since I was 17 and even though different medications have helped have not been able to stop the steriods. I am currently starting Entyvio and am very hopeful that I may be able to achieve remission and stop the steroids. I always try to remain optimistic but there are times I get discouraged.
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Hi there and welcome,
I did not feel a support group would help , but I discovered it has been invaluable. It is good to share your story and difficulties with those who understand because they are experiencing those too. I too, am on Prednisolone just now but have been on other meds that did not work. I was on Remicade infusions which helped until I had to come off, but am well just now. We are each individuals in our illness and response to meds too. I hope you are well just now and doing o.k. Best wishes.:
:welcome:
I did not feel a support group would help , but I discovered it has been invaluable. It is good to share your story and difficulties with those who understand because they are experiencing those too. I too, am on Prednisolone just now but have been on other meds that did not work. I was on Remicade infusions which helped until I had to come off, but am well just now. We are each individuals in our illness and response to meds too. I hope you are well just now and doing o.k. Best wishes.:
:welcome:
