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Since I got diagnose with Arthritis & Crohn's disease I need to switch my major and career. But I have no idea whats a good profession for someone with crohns disease and arthritis.

Initially I was going to join the army but got denied from my conditions

what career do you have?
 
I started out as a Justice Major. I have been teaching for 14 years. There is a restroom in my classroom. I almost joined the police force in my late 20s. I don't think my body could have handled it very long.
 
I did medical billing for 4 years as it was a desk job. I really loved it as my supervisors were very supportive. Due to health issues, I had to give it up. They told me I could come back any time if I wanted but I had a stroke 6 yrs. ago and it affected several skills so I do volunteer work for the local CCFA and ostomy chapter.

It doesn't hurt to give back to the community as they've been there for me. I've been doing it for 25 yrs. and met some awesome folks along the way.
 
At the moment I'm working in a museum as a visitor assistant. I am on my feet all day, so it's hard work, but my managers and the other staff know about me having Crohn's, so they do make allowances.
Eventually I'd like to get a job doing what I've trained to do, which is restoring antique furniture and frames.
 
I've found that people are generally pretty understanding, although it helps to have a job where you can work on something close to your own schedule as long as you get the work done. I was a consulting chemical engineer for five years after my diagnosis, then I went to law school, and I've been a patent lawyer for six years. Both those jobs generally have allowed me to take breaks when I need to and to do my work when I'm able.
 
Assistant Buyer for the largest book store chain in Canada.

Desk jobs are pretty sweet, and if it is a big company then you may get additional leeway due to medical conditions. Try for something that has benefits it helps immensely.
 
Currently I'm on disability and am receiving SSI but I got my Master's degree in Fine Art with my emphasis in sculpture. I plan on teaching college level sculpture, ceramics or maybe even drawing. Sadly the job market sucks right now and there are very few jobs available for professors/teachers. The disease did not alter my dreams and ambitions in the slightest.
 
I had always wanted to be an 8th grade English teacher and write novels. Yes, I'm a glutton for punishment. But in high school I realized my body couldn't handle it.

My other dream had been to design in ring garb for professional wrestlers. I made a lot of my own clothes growing up and was enthralled by the wild gear they wore to the ring in the 80's and 90's. The problem was that after I graduated with my design degree my guts had other ideas. While I was in college one of my English professors told me that he loved my designs, but that I should be writing.

Sadly I'm able to sew very little these days as the physical movement is difficult if not impossible on most days. I am now on Disability - SSI and SSDI and have been for over thirteen years.

About seven years ago I started writing for a website that focuses on wrestling. That site is barely more than defunct, but through that site, I was able to pick up writing work through one of the top wrestling sites online. I've been there for about four years and love it! I have the freedom needed when I don't feel well, but always have something to keep me busy when I need it. I actually wrote one of my time sensitive pieces while watch the show from my hospital bed. My boss said he'd have someone cover me, but I wanted to keep busy.

I've basically taken my loves and made them work for me.
 
I study Computer Science at University, so I guess a career in IT would be safe for Crohns.
I wanted to do something exciting like the army but that's a no go (teaching would be fun though). As for work, outside of term time I'm on my feet all day in a warehouse :p
 
My name pretty much gives it away, I'm in the hospitality industry. It's hard to work when I'm flaring - constantly running to the bathroom, and nausea so bad that the smell of food makes me feel sicker... Luckily, until now, I've had very understanding employers. Not sure how other places might be... but, so far, I still love what I do so I'm going to keep doing it! :)
 
My job title is Fire Protection Specialist (State Fire Marshal) - I am also certified as a Fire Service Instructor II, Fire Investigator, Code Enforcement Official, Hazardous Materials Technician (with specialty training in Weapons of Mass Destruction-WMD)....and on the side, I teach Defensive Driving and dabble in antiques/collectables......
 
I work at a trade associtiaion in the convention department.
I travel about 3 times a year for about 1 week each time. For the most part it has worked well. Last year I had a couple trips in the months leading up to my resection. That was tough - lots of vomiting and trying to work through it. The rest of the year is desk work and they are very understanding about missing time at work.
 
I am a career firefighter soon to be a graduate student in public administration/ city management. Would love to go to law school but don't see how with work schedule and family.
 
I've been in IT for a while. My company recently folded (at the exact same time as I was diagnosed with Crohn's). Managed to get temp job where I can work from home...which was a blessing while I was battling the sickness and side-effects of both the disease and the medication.
 
I'm a marketing coordinator for a large automotive group. It's a desk job with a very understanding boss. I don't have anyone supervising me breaks for bathroom trips are never an issue. Plus it's 9-5 m-f. So I have the weekends to relax.
 
I'm a Deputy Court Clerk in Oakland County, MI. I run collections on minor infractions on such matters as speeding tickets etc that are overdue. Judges may sentence defendants to jail but paperwork has to follow the body, I produce said paperwork. It may not sound stressful but it is and as a mater of fact, these people are none to pleased to see me or for that matter hear from me!
 
I'm an attorney. I work at a large corporation and lately my boss has not been all that flexible with this latest flare. Previous to this boss, I've never had a problem with management being flexible.
 
I am a radiology tech/mammographer at a medium sized family practice clinic.
I work 4 days a week, am on my feet 90% of the day, but seem to manage OK with my CD. I do have days where I have to excuse myself and run to the bathroom (not usually from patients), but there are lots of them in the clinic.
I don't have to work on call, and rotate one Saturday out of the month. If I were at a hospital my hours would be a lot different, plus there are places (OR, CT or MRI suites for instance) that I wouldn't be able to just get up and leave from.
 
I am a juvenile Corrections officer at a detention facility. I also have an ileostomy. So far, so good!
 
I'm a paralegal for one attorney for the past 10 years. Thank god I have 4 bathrooms to choose from in this place. My co-workers are extremely understanding. My boss on the other hand is not.
 
I'm an environmental educator for a large university. I work in the field somedays but am in the office quite a bit as well. I travel out of state a few times a year. My employer, supervisor and co-workers ROCK!
 
I'm a system administrator (IT). I used to be an IT manager before I got really sick, but needing to work from home busted that dream :(

Working with computers can be a great job, especially now. It's becoming more and more common for administrators and developers to find work from home jobs or jobs with flexible work schedules. Unfortunately, I'm only allowed to work from home one day a week now, but since it's a desk job it's not so bad, and my coworkers know I have issues that may make the bathroom suck for small periods of time.

I'd be careful to stay away from jobs that have strict rules about leaving your desk outside of break times (customer service type roles have this rule often).
 
upstateNYgirl said:
I'm an environmental educator for a large university. I work in the field somedays but am in the office quite a bit as well. I travel out of state a few times a year. My employer, supervisor and co-workers ROCK!
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This sounds very cool, can you elaborate more of what you are teaching? Just curious.:thumright:
 
Such interesting careers!

I'm a business analyst for a hospital corporation. I have a lot of flexibility regarding doctors' appointments and can work from home once in a while if necessary.
 
I am in outside sales, internet advertising. I work for AT&T so its a large company. I dont use their benefits though. I have a great base salary but I make real money when I sell. When I am out, like I have been almost all of October, no commissions. So that sucks. I am on the road all the time, so I have to stop from time to time. My bosses have been really cool with my sickness but the company has very specific rules in place as to what can and cannot be done. I might have to find another career option, but in my current job I do make my own schedule. As long as I hit my sales number, no one says anything to me. Miss my number is when bad things can happen.
 
I am a guest service representative and a credit/loan officer for a jewelry store.
It has its perks (most people are excited/friendly when purchasing jewelry and/or getting engaged)
The down fall, people never read credit applications.
but i enjoy my job, it is a desk job. :)
 
I'm a legal secretary (desk job). Lawyers can be difficult to work for, but I have a pretty good group at the moment and a low-stress desk!
 
I work as a critical care assistant on an ICU ward.
I see quite a lot of dead people and dying people daily...which some how gives me strength.
And some truly great stories...:)
I am moving around quite a bit through out the day...but I do my own thing and do not have anybody standing over me wanting to know where I am each minute..:)
 
I was a flight attendant but with this most recent flare (which has been super ugly), I had to transfer to a desk job. So now I'm working in crew scheduling.
 
I am a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Anatomic Pathology. I work Mon to Fri shift work but no weekends or stats. Lab technology is an "in demand" field but does usually involve 24/7 shift work. Benefits, at least in Cananda, are pretty good so needing time off for appointments is usually not an issue. As well shift work means you can schedule things round your shift alot.

I have pretty good employers and somewhat understanding co-workers.
 
I oversee the installation of terminal approach radar. I'm on the road for 3-4 weeks at a time and spend my workdays usually on a work site in a field in the middle of nowhere.
 
I am an Activity Coordinator at a Seniors Home. It is the best job ever. It does take a lot of energy but for the most part I get to make my own schedule. And its like I have a 100 grandparents looking out for me.
 
I've got a pretty good job now - supply teaching at the elementary level. Talk about rewarding! Previously I was with a major credit card company. Great benefits, but the job conditions for me as a Crohnie made me use the benefits on a regular basis. Don't have benefits now, but then again, I don't really need them!
 
I work as a RN but I have only been diagnosed with CD (most likely as my doc puts it) in May. I have been a RN for 10 yrs. There are days were it's really hard and I have to make sure that I have been the bathroom before big things. But right now, since I am still being worked up to see extent of disease and then decide treatment I am actually teaching nursing at a large University. No shift work (which is great), since the shift work was the biggest killer.
 
RN =Registered nurse I guess (or royal navy) as google suggests

I work at a gas power station as an operator (think of me like homer simpson, except we get digestive biscuits instead of doughnuts). Enjoying the job yet I have to work 12hr shifts and do find working mon-fri easier on my bowels
 
I am currently a full time student doing a double degree. I am doing a Law degree and an Arts degree with a major in English Literature. I have two jobs, one as a waitress and the other as a research assistant. The assistant job is awesome because I can pretty much pick my own hours and work from home when I need to. As long as I get stuff done and produce high level work my boss doesn't mind where or when I do it. :)
 
f_else said:
I am currently a full time student doing a double degree. I am doing a Law degree and an Arts degree with a major in English Literature. I have two jobs, one as a waitress and the other as a research assistant. The assistant job is awesome because I can pretty much pick my own hours and work from home when I need to. As long as I get stuff done and produce high level work my boss doesn't mind where or when I do it. :)
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Well done! You should be proud of yourself and how you do it all, with IBD is something most healthy people dont even try to do. Good for you!:dance:
 
I'm a Diabetes Care Specialist and I cover a territory about the size of Rhode Island that is very rural. Not a lot of bathrooms so thank God for the cornfields! LOL
 
Between jobs right now! Previously: Milieu Therapist, basically the day to day care of troubled kids in residential treatment. Also known as the human punching bag.

Right now, I'm doing the starving actress thing. ;)
 
f_else said:
I am currently a full time student doing a double degree. I am doing a Law degree and an Arts degree with a major in English Literature. I have two jobs, one as a waitress and the other as a research assistant. The assistant job is awesome because I can pretty much pick my own hours and work from home when I need to. As long as I get stuff done and produce high level work my boss doesn't mind where or when I do it. :)
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HOT DAMN! Get down with your bad self. :)
 
I'm a Financial Administrator for a charity/learning centre. Started two months ago and I'm on 3 days a week possibly going to full time later. Also, as my background is not finance, they will fund my studies for an appropriate qualification.
I had part- time jobs as a meter reader and cleaner too, but I couldn't juggle all three, so I'm poorer but feel better now!
I told my current employer about the CD before I started as I was expecting to have to go for surgery. That didn't transpire, but going for my Infliximab involves at least two days away and they have been very good about that.
 
It's really interesting to hear the comments about how hard shift work is on the bowels. It wasn't until I started my job (Juvenile Detention Facility) which required shift work that I got really sick. I switched back and forth between day shifts and night shifts often. Luckily I'm able to do day shifts only for now.
 
Right now I am a home visitor and part of our rules are that we cannot access the restrooms at our clien'ts homes - so, when the D is acting up, it is sort of hard for me. Plus, not to mention holding the gas.... Looking for a desk job just because it is so much better for bathroom breaks and I can remember my medicine better that when my schedule is all over the place. And, if I do get the job I am looking at, a couple of coworkers are into fitness and maybe I can join them and get in better shape. Who knows?
 
I am currently a library technician for a government agency. I was diagnosed 3 months after I graduated from college. Luckily I have a desk job, the freedom of a washroom nearby and really understanding management. Every year I earn 10 more days of 100% sick time so I am pretty set. The only problem is that I can never, ever leave because I am so dependent on the excellent benefits package (oh and I mostly work alone so I never need to suppress my gas!).

Writing it all out like this really makes me realize how good I really have it....

This is my first ever post, so I hope I'm doing this right.

ldoubleya
 
I'm a Propert Manager. I'm just grateful...I have a job that is understanding to my condition (the Owner of the company has Crohns so it kinda doesn't get anymore "understanding" than that.) It is not however; what I plan to do for the rest of my life. I'm in school but my future plans are kinda "top secret" so I don't get distracted from reaching my goals. :)
 
I'm a stay-at-home Mom of two kiddos - 5yrs. and 6yrs. Planning on going back to work next year when they will both be in school.
 
I am an activity coordinator at a seniors home! Such a great job I need lots of energy but it's like I have 101 grandparents looking out for me!!!
 
I am a carpenters apprentice a very demanding physical job but love what I do.

have been off work for just over a week now and it's driving me nuts.
My father in law owns the company so he understands me being off work but it really bothers me cause if he hired someone healthy they would be there all the time.
Any thoughts on weather I should quit and find a desk job or talk with boss and see how he feels?
 
Im an Animal & Dog Control Officer for a local government authority. I adjust my eating habits if I think I'm going out into the country, away from toilets. Up until a bowel resection 3 years ago I was having regular bowel blockages. They come on so quick, always at night. I missed a Conference once when I got a blockage but was so glad it happened at home. My boss is really good about it. I have less sick time off than fellow workmates.
 
I work as an IT Database Consultant. I used to do a similar job for an investment bank in London, but the commuting into London (around 1.5 hours each way) took its toll and now I'm based in a big converted English manor house in the country much much closer to home. I am a consultant for internal Database Development, Administration and Support issues so have a desk job.
 
I am a secretary for an import-export company. We distribute scientific equipment. I have steady hours (9-5) A desk job and a restroom close to my desk (Sweet). I have the best boss ever and access to several medical facilities around the country (They are our clients anyway). I am studying European civilization at the open university and when I finish I want to do something in adult education or lifelong learning.
 
lonny
Any thoughts on weather I should quit and find a desk job or talk with boss and see how he feels?
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I would go and talk to him and get his feeling on your situation..
I am sure he would appreciate you effort.
 
No offense but don't let crohn's disease control you... Follow what job you're going to enjoy because if you're just going to settle for any career chances are you will not enjoy it and possibly may become depressed down the line making your condition worse!
 
bigtruck said:
I'm a truck driver usually away from home a week at a time.
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This must be really difficult during a flare. :hug:

I used to teach Special Education in a college-prep Charter School. I resigned in March 2011. Now I am a Den Leader in Cub Scouting of America (8 and 9 year old boys).
 
I am a controller for an online/phone/fax (just don't walk in my front door) business. My official title (at least) is controller. But I have a hand in all the departments at least once a month (sales, purchasing, shipping, advertising, tech, etc). It's a nice desk job, with a bathroom in my office (bedroom, work out of an otherwise empty house). However, my mother is the accountant/bookkeeper below me, my boyfriend is the tech manager, and the president is my father. Enter stress level here _______. And then assume the Crohn's pain here _____ and here ______. Oh ya, and we cater mostly to other businesses, sometimes individuals.

And yes, many parentheses and dashes are used in my life. lol
:D
 
I am an Xray tech & have to work shift work...I was the supervisor of Interventional when I was diagnosed, but I had to leave and go back to a general xray tech as I couldn't do the long hours & call interventional expects. I still have a hard time on the floor, but my co-workers are very understandable & if I am in a flare I don't have to go to the OR or run for STATS in the hospital...I find it very hard to work full time, even though I do and I have a hard time doing our 7day stretch, which is every 3 weeks...some days I call in sick, some days I can go in..all depends...I also find evening shifts a bit easier, as I don't have to get up so early before my shift to get my body ready for the day...
 
I don't have one any more. Career, or job. Thanks Crohn's. I may strangely end up as walks guide book writer, or a supermarket shelf stacker. Or maybe I'll just find a wee howff and hide from the world. I don't know what's going to happen. I've finally given up and accepted that I dont want, and am in no state, to go back into a software, technology, or other high pressure job.
 
lonny said:
I am a carpenters apprentice a very demanding physical job but love what I do.
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I'm a steamfitter. 26 years in it. I've probably had crohns the last 17. I own my own company now but its a one man shop so I do it all. Very physical work. I had a really bad flare in early 2010 but I worked through it. To the point I would work 10 minutes rest 5. Just grinding it out. Huge mistake because my body was consuming itself to keep up. I lost a lot of weight, all muscle. It took me a long time to get my strength back. Now I know when I'm really sick I have to not fight through it. I also work out at a gym to basically have more of me to lose next time, there are other benefits to the gym also. So I would tell you stay in the trade, you can always be an estimator, project manager, sales. Having a skill is really great. Good luck.

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GutlessWonder86 said:
I did medical billing for 4 years as it was a desk job. I really loved it as my supervisors were very supportive. Due to health issues, I had to give it up. They told me I could come back any time if I wanted but I had a stroke 6 yrs. ago and it affected several skills so I do volunteer work for the local CCFA and ostomy chapter.

It doesn't hurt to give back to the community as they've been there for me. I've been doing it for 25 yrs. and met some awesome folks along the way.
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Was your stroke due to crohns ?
 
Currently I'm working part time as a TSS (which means I work with kids with autism, conduct disorder and other childhood developmental/psychiatric disorders) I'm also currently pursuing my doctorate in psychology. it's really hard to keep on top of my health at the same time...and eating well on a grad student budget is nearly impossible!
 
I am a registered nurse and actually beginning a new job at our local hospital in the acute inpatient hospital. I will be working 7pm to 7am in a few weeks 3 days per week. I am nervous about the change but excited. I don't know how the night shifts will affect my bathroom routines. It is a much lower stress job than the one I just left as a Director of Nursing at a skilled nursing facility so I hope it balances out....
 
I envy most of you. I haven't worked in 11 years and I miss it. Mostly in the beginning it was because of my surgery and then our location then we move farther North and out in the sticks. Thanks to Crohn's I can't stabilize and my hubby says I dont have to work..but I miss the social part alot. Kudo's to all of you who can go to work let alone some of the wonderful things you do!
 
Crabby said:
Currently I'm on disability and am receiving SSI but I got my Master's degree in Fine Art with my emphasis in sculpture. I plan on teaching college level sculpture, ceramics or maybe even drawing. Sadly the job market sucks right now and there are very few jobs available for professors/teachers. The disease did not alter my dreams and ambitions in the slightest.
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how much do you can you get on ssi if you don't mind me asking
 
Lacy Dawn said:
I'm in the Navy!!
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Cool one of my closest friends' son is in the Navy...he was the guy who had the sword in front of Prince William on the Royal visit this past summer here in Canada :dance:


Do you like being in it and what do you do exactly.
 
I work with c130s in Jacksonville. Keeping the aircraft hours up to date. I love it! I'm waiting on a official diagnosis of CD or not. I heard after your diagnosed with CD you are shown the exit door
 
Yeah unfortunatley that is true. This disease can be very debilitating at times. Fingers crossed for you!
 
As I do have IBS I don't have any real trouble with working. I only have D sometimes in the morning. I have worked as a secretary for 30 years with Philips in Eindhoven, the Netherland and since January 2010 I work with ASML. I work at the training department arrange all the classes see that the trainers are booked and classrooms available. I also put all the trainings in the special computer programme so everybody can book the trainings but they can also keep track of there skill levels. I really love this job!
 
I work in the financail services industry and as I tend to work quite long hours (it's my default at work) my manager is pretty flexible with me taking time off and makign up the hours. I have medical insurance which paid for me to have a colonoscopy, and I had about six weeks off work this year - some of which was when I was in hospital.

My workplace has been brilliant with my health issues - which I think is helped by me making it clear that I'm there to do a job and will find a way to manage what I have. Outside of work, I am getting back into stage performance stuff - not easy with the Crohn's, but as I love it, it's an incentive to get back to it somehow.
 
work

i have my own antique business and have had for 25yrs,i can work from home, and so when i get ill it makes life much easier,i dont know how anyone can hold down a full time job with crohns,the pain is horrendous
 
Hello everybody...

I'm a customer service specialist.

Right now I am a collector at Canon Canada. I've always had a desk job. I always have a toilet close by and I need to haver good inssurance and the like so I keep that in mind when I look for a new job. However I think I will be here for along time. it's a great place here and they are supportive when it comes to dr appointments and things like that.
 
I'm in school to be a Medical Coding Specialist, when I get a job it will be a desk job.

I'm very grateful that I have been able to make this career change, that agrees with my Crohn's, so I can keep working...... :)
 
I sell supplemental cancer insurance door to door. It's awesome. Since it's straight commission, I make a good money when I'm working but also have the flexibility to take time off when I'm not so well. I always know where the closest toilet is and haven't been too ashamed a couple of times to ask to use the toilet at someone's house if it's an emergency.
 
Industrial Engineering Manager at manufacturing company.

Primarily a desk job and to be honest my boss is quite understanding of my condition and those days when I can't make it in. I try to take as much work home with me and always carry my laptop, if I'm not too tired to continue on.

Wish I had better benefits though, damn medication is too expensive.
 
Hi

I have a couple of shops in shopping centres started from scratch though and made myself very ill doing it but its a bit more rewarding now i have staff to rely on,

only trouble is retail is at its worst in years now so thats the next big bridge lol
 
I'm a property surveyor, and love being nosey looking round peoples houses and lofts, but hate it when I need to visit the loo when I'm too far from home-so I'm driving round trying to find an empty, newly built house that my builders have finished and have fitted the loo and waste pipe:poo: (ive got a phobia about public loo's and think its borderline OCD)
 
I work as a care assistant in a residential care home! Luckily doesnt really affect my crohns disease, only when I get tired. My job are very supportive xx
 
I work in a pediatric office which comes in handy when I'm in the bathroom a lot. The general odors that diapers and toddlers have are wonderful, no one automatically looks at you when you come out the bathroom or pass gas in surprise!!
 
Del said:
I work as a critical care assistant on an ICU ward.
I see quite a lot of dead people and dying people daily...which some how gives me strength.
And some truly great stories...:)
I am moving around quite a bit through out the day...but I do my own thing and do not have anybody standing over me wanting to know where I am each minute..:)
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I'm a staff nurse on a Palliative Care unit. I love my job but sometimes can be quite hard work.
 
Do what you like - if you give that up for some desk job you might hate it and be stressed out making your disease worse. Don't let the Crohn's control your outlook on life.

With that said - I need to take my own advice of course, always easier said than done. Good luck.
 
I am a teacher. The benefits, sick and disability time have been lifesavers. Timing washroom breaks can be challenging, because a Crohn's gut doesn't adhere to the before school, recess, lunch, after school bathroom schedule. I have great colleagues though for those "gotta run" times!
While teaching can be an extremely stressful job, it feeds my soul in a way that counteracts enough of that to make it worth it!
 
Mr Bedfordshire said:
(ive got a phobia about public loo's and think its borderline OCD)
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ME TOO!!!! So gross!

I have made sooooo many mad dashes for home I have lost count - often with my little one in the back chanting, "You can make it mommy! You can make it!"
I have also been forced to use some of the most horrible, disgusting excuses for a "wash"room on the planet! ugh! *shivers*!
 
verdure said:
ME TOO!!!! So gross!

I have made sooooo many mad dashes for home I have lost count - often with my little one in the back chanting, "You can make it mommy! You can make it!"
I have also been forced to use some of the most horrible, disgusting excuses for a "wash"room on the planet! ugh! *shivers*!
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Lol. Weird thing is I don't remember being that bothered before crohns,mind you, I wasn't sitting down in the toilet, more like standing:redface:
 
I went to college and trained in I.T and then started a course in Electrical Engineering. Before personal issues meant I didn't go any further, eventually I was given a job and I spent 5 years working as a porter for a Commercial Removal Contractors. Basically, when big companys decided to move their offices to a new location I'd be one of the people packing up everything, Moving all the cupboards, desks and boxes and chairs!, Loading and emptying the Trucks and very often carrying the stuff up and down stair cases when there where no lifts!... Something that physically absolutely crippled me. We did a lot of travelling, mainly around the north west of England but we did travel further afield and stay from home for weeks at a time. And once I started becoming Ill with Crohns disease this was something that became physically and mentally even harder, I was forced to do ridiculous and probably illegal double shifts, for instance starting at 7 am on a friday morning, physically grafting until about 4 am on the saturday morning, only to go home for a few hours sleep and be back working again at 9 am later that morning. Something that stressed me out and tired me out , and i have no doubt it wreaked havoc as far as my crohns disease was concerned, so eventually i quit and got a part time job in a book makers call centre whilst i looked for somewhere to go with my life!... i started there in january, in april i was admitted to hospital and i have not yet returned to work.
 
I lost my first job in an electronics factory due to the time I spent off. I then was employed by a local I.T company and worked there for 11 months. Unfortunately (Concidentally?) after I was ill for a few days they decided to lay me off for 'financial reasons'. I have a feeling they didn't want to keep me employed for longer than 12 months as I had no comeback with regards to unfair dismissal. I decided to take it on the chin, and after another spell in hospital ended up working for another local IT company. This time, 3 years and still going strong.. very very supportive and very satisfying job. They know the gripes with crohns and understand I have ups/downs.
 
I run a Starbucks. I think sometimes it is the wrong job for my crohn's, but the benefits are good and I have a bunch of vacation and the ability to take a leave of absence if i need it. It is really hard on my body and the caffeine and sugar temptation are not my friends.
 
I create new products for a food company.
The sometimes long days on my feet can be tiring, but my coworkers and boss are really supportive which is great!
 
Good ol Canadian Tire..been there for what seems a million yeart (12 now) I have gone from full time to 3 5hr shifts aweek. My coworkers are not supportive at all ( except 3 out of a 100) I only reason i stay is to help with the bills but i am hoping to quit shortly after christmas..we'll see
 
I am a software developer with crohn's disease. And I also run an IBD information website at iboweldisease.com
 
working with this disease

I am a nurse but haven't worked since oct 2010. Last time I worked I got sick with infections. Which then started antibiotic therapy which turned into
a flare that lasted 6-8 months then found out I have hepatitis (the kind that is not A B C etc) auto immune hep. but my liver enzymes are normal I found out by biopsy. So my nausea is bad. Plus my mom died and I was so numb, confused and scared. She was 94 and had pretty much in great condition for 94 but she fell and broke her hip. Died after surgery. Well at least she didn't have to go for all that therapy and suffering. Her mind was going so I guess it was a blessing. Back to me so during my numbness I fell and hit my head
and neck. So now I have a headache and neck pain. So just take me out to the woods and shoot me. So let's summarize I have Crohns, Autoimmune hep, Back pain, neck pain, belly pain, diabetes etc. Anybody have any suggestions for me. Because I really don't want to die.:ybatty:
Love
Bethy
so ps I'm sorry for hijacking this thread. I want to work but can't I have more sick days then well. Good Luck to you all
 
hubby is a low voltage tech. So he does a lot of driving but he is a contractor so he makes his own hours and can come home if he needs
 
One day when I finally get to the end of my studies, I'll be a clinical psychologist.
 

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