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Freedom from fistula

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Joined March 2024

My healing journey started when I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitits when I was 23 years old. I was a Flight Attenda... read more

How Ulcerative Colitis ch...

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Joined February 2024

How Ulcerative Colitis changed my life By Leon C. DeFulgentis           ... read more

Remission for twenty year...

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Joined December 2023

Hello!  I'm a 47 year old female who was diagnosed used with Crohns about 20 years ago.  I have been in re... read more

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satisfaction and happines...
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Joined Mar 28, 2024

It's important to recognize that sexual satisfaction and happiness in a relationship aren't solely dependent on the ability to achieve an erec....

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Waiting for diagnosis
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Joined Mar 27, 2024

Hi,  I haven't been diagnosed yet but being tested for Crohns. I've had stomach issues for years, mainly bathroom urgency after eating. ....

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Humira for TSA security (...
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Joined Jan 27, 2024

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Expert Q&A

Treatment

Q. I was diagnosed with UC a few months ago. I was put on Uceris then Stelara. I have been in remission since I started the Uceris and am tapering off. I have also been recently diagnosed with inappropriate sinus tachycardia (fast resting heart rate), which seemed to start with the UC symptoms. The cardiologist is not worried about it, but cannot explain why it is happening. I have seen that UC can cause a fast heart rate. Is this true? Should it get better if the UC gets better?

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Special Populations

Q. · My son was diagnosed with a Crohn's flare. He started Remicade and methotrexate & having his 3rd infusion next week. More prednisone was also prescribed since his symptoms haven't improved (his doctor said the symptoms might also be side effects of the Remicade). He sleeps all the time, can't work, and is depressed. My son believes the Remicade isn't working and should try Humira. Do you have any recommendations for him?

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Special Populations

Q. I am wondering if there are ways to help reduce my stress levels related to having a chronic illness in the workplace. Should I tell my supervisor that I have IBD? I feel overwhelmed at times at work and feel like I am not able to complete the task needed on time. I am unsure how to cope.

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