The disease itself really is a strange one, you can read as much literature on the illness as you like but what i've noticed is every case is unique. It really is trial and error in terms of what medication(s) work for each individual and which foods effect the bowel.
For me personally i find...
How long is a piece of string? You've answered your own question.
I've been taking Pentasa now for 14 years has worked really well for me. That good in fact that when i get the odd flare up don't either bother seeing the Dr just self medicate the dosage. I mean i've seen enough Dr's now to...
Have you ever tried goats milk works really well for me? When i was first diagnosed their was a strong link to Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis in the enzymes in cows milk.
I've suffered from Crohn's disease from the age of 11 am now 30. Had a ileostomy and a reversal at the age of 17. Before the surgery i had my worst flare up was pumped full of steriods and my body didn't respond. My weight ended up dropping to 7 1/2 stone before my bowel exploded and then they...