Any IC or UC people here?

[Lindakimy]

6. Different but related

I have Crohns. I was diagnosed in 1980 but had the symptoms for years before that. The doctors spent about 10 years telling me it was all in my head. I had surgery in 1980 that left me with a short gut and a lot of symptoms but did interrupt the misery somewhat. I have learned to live with it for the most part. I've only had one hospitalization since 1980 and don't take any medication on a regular basis. I do have pain and potty problems a lot but, to me, it's normal. Other people have allergies or arthritis...I have diarrhea. Big whoop.

Over the years I have learned what to eat to keep things calm and what situations cause problems - at least for me - and I'm happy to talk with others who are dealing with this mess so they can benefit from my experience if it applies in their case. And I'd love to learn from them what they have figured out. I don't know anybody personally who has this problem. I do think we are all different and what works for me may not work for you. Still...it can't hurt to know that somebody else is going through much the same.