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Simply new

23 years young, I have found out that I may have Crohn's disease. As this has been a constant struggle this past year I lean on God to guide me and give me strength through it all. Starting out the last week of July 2012 I thought I was having a gull bladder attack. I was throwing up, diahrea and constant pain in my stomach. I went into the ER on August 3rd. Six long hours later they came in and told me my gull bladder was only working 14 percent and I needed surgery to have it removed. Everything with the surgery went fine, but I was still not feeling well. The throwing up and diahrea had continued. I had seen my family doctor who told me to see a GI specialist to make sure everything was okay. Dr Ofori-Darko, the doctor who I thought would change my life FOR THE BETTER.

I will never forget that day, September 17th. My grandmother took me to the doctor. I had told him of all the days I had missed work, from throwing up diahrea and the constant pain I was having. He laughed. He said "you just had surgery. you probably have c-diff colitis which will go away. I believe you have waisted your time" ... leaving the doctors office I remember being extremely frustrated. Sick for two months, and the GI doctor I had thought was going to help laughed at me. I have been in and out of the ER several times, even being admitted to the hospital a couple times. No doctor yet at this point could figure out why I was in such pain and throwing up all day long. I since have gone to a new GI doctor, Dr. Larkin, who on my very first visit in the ST MARY's hospital, without knowing much about me, did an upper scope. The results from this test have came back fine.

The second time I went into see Dr Larkin she told me devistating, life changing news... " If I had to take an educated guess, by the pain from your right side when I push over here, I would believe you have Crohn's disease.." Words I NEVER wanted to hear. Although, I have a colonoscopy set up at the end of April.. I believe I have found a doctor who actually listens, and knows her stuff. I am hoping God can guide me on this journey and give me strength to make it through this. These past seven months of dealing with my new illness have been rough. I have felt alone, mad at the world and pushed away the people I care about most. Its heart breaking hearing something you never even thought about. Being sick isn't something I would wish upon any person and I hope I can use it as a learning experience. I don't know much about Crohn's disease, as I am not 100% sure that is what I have.. So on with my journey and this new life style God has given me.
 
Blevely,

You are not alone in your journey with Crohn's. I was diagnosed at the age of 12. I had surgery at age 17 to save my life and was given an ileostomy as a last resort. I am doing really well now on maintenance medication.

Yes, it can be scary at times but this forum has so much information to educate yourself.

Feel free to PM me anytime with questions. I've been to he!! and back many times over but came through tough times with the help of my friends and family praying for me.

I am so glad that you found a GI who listens to you. That is half the battle. I'm picky myself when it comes to which doctor I choose. They have to have a good sense of humor, listen to me, be totally honest and not blowing smoke up the butt I don't have, and share the office visit with my other doctors.

Hang in there and know that I am "behind" you 110%. Gutless Wonderwoman :)
 

David

Co-Founder
Location
Naples, Florida
Hi there and welcome to the community.

Wow, I'm so sorry to hear of your struggles. That's rough :(

Please keep us updated as to how you're doing and what the colonoscopy results are. We're here for you anytime you need us.

*hugs*
 

Cross-stitch gal

Moderator
Staff member
Location
Vancouver,
Welcome:) Glad to hear that you've found someone that will/can take care of you!

I see that you live in Midland,MI! That's the same city & state my grandparents and some of my cousins live. Have been there many times.

Hope all continues to go well for you. Xxxxx
 
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